Teaching Assistant

KS2 Teaching Assistant - Year 5/Year 6 SEND & SATs Support
Hackney, N16 (commutable from Stoke Newington, Dalston, Clapton, Homerton, Shacklewell)
£105-£115 per day

Start Date:

January 2026

Contract:

Full-time, long-term (Full Academic Year)

Long Term Futures is seeking a compassionate, organised, and proactive KS2 Teaching Assistant to join a supportive primary school in Hackney. This role involves supporting pupils in Years 5 and 6, with a particular focus on SEND provision and dedicated support for SATs preparation. The successful candidate will play a key part in helping pupils feel confident, engaged, and ready to thrive academically and socially.

About the Role
You will work closely with class teachers, the SENCo, and Year 6 leads to provide tailored support that helps all pupils access the curriculum and prepare for key assessment points. Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting pupils with additional needs or SEND, including in-class support and small-group focus.
Assisting pupils during targeted intervention sessions to boost confidence and attainment ahead of SATs.
Working with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning in literacy, maths, and comprehension.
Supporting classroom routines, transitions, and behaviour for learning.
Helping pupils develop resilience, organisational skills, and self-esteem during this crucial phase of primary education.
Collaborating with teaching staff to adapt resources and scaffold learning where needed.

Ideal Candidate Profile

Experience supporting children with SEND in a primary setting, ideally within KS2.
A calm, encouraging, and positive approach to learning and behaviour.
Confident working with older primary pupils and understanding the demands of SATs.
Strong communication skills and the ability to build trusting relationships with pupils and staff.
Reliable, organised, and able to adapt to varied classroom needs throughout the day.

Why Work with Long Term Futures?

Long-term placement offering stability and ongoing professional development.
Weekly pay via our streamlined digital system.
Free CPD, including SEND strategies, intervention delivery, and behaviour management.
Dedicated consultant support and career guidance throughout your placement.

Next Steps
If you're ready to support KS2 pupils with SEND and help them succeed in their learning and SATs journey, apply today with your CV. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Hugh at Long Term Futures. An enhanced DBS and two professional references will be required