Speech and Language Assistant (SEN)
Location: Islington
Pay: £90 to £100 per day (PAYE)
Start date: ASAP

Are you a graduate or experienced Teaching Assistant with a strong interest in Speech and Language Therapy and SEN support?

A specialist SEN school in Islington is seeking a Speech and Language Assistant to support pupils with complex communication needs. This role is ideal for someone with hands-on experience using Makaton, PECS and British Sign Language (BSL), looking to build long-term experience within a specialist setting.

Speech and Language Assistant (SEN) – The Role

• Support pupils with severe and complex communication needs on a 1:1 and small group basis
• Use Makaton, PECS and BSL daily to support expressive and receptive communication
• Assist in delivering speech and language interventions set by therapists and SEN professionals
• Support pupils with ASD, non-verbal communication needs and additional learning needs
• Work closely with Speech and Language Therapists, SENCOs and specialist teaching staff
• Encourage communication, engagement and independence across the school day

Speech and Language Assistant (SEN) – Ideal Candidate

• A graduate in Linguistics, Psychology, Education or a related field, or an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant
• Proven experience using Makaton, PECS and/or BSL in an SEN or specialist school setting
• Clear ambition to progress into Speech and Language Therapy or specialist SEN roles
• Calm, resilient and confident supporting pupils with complex needs
• Strong communication skills and a child-centred approach

Why apply for this Speech and Language Assistant (SEN) role?

• Hands-on experience in a specialist SEN environment
• Direct exposure to therapist-led interventions and multidisciplinary working
• Long-term, full-time role with competitive PAYE pay
• Excellent preparation for postgraduate study or professional therapy training

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Speech and Language Assistant (SEN) role, in Islington. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Speech and Language Assistant (SEN) role.

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Aspiring Educational Psychologist
Location: Brent, NW10
Pay: £90 to £100 per day (PAYE)
Start date: ASAP

Are you an Aspiring Educational Psychologist looking to gain meaningful, hands-on experience in a school setting before pursuing further training or postgraduate study?

A supportive primary school in Brent, NW10 is seeking an Aspiring Educational Psychologist to work as a Teaching Assistant, supporting pupils with additional learning needs across the classroom and in targeted interventions.

Aspiring Educational Psychologist – The Role

• Work 1:1 and in small groups with pupils who require additional academic or emotional support
• Support children with SEND, SEMH and behavioural needs
• Assist the class teacher with lesson delivery and classroom management
• Build strong, professional relationships with pupils to support progress and engagement
• Gain first-hand experience working alongside SENCOs, teachers and external professionals

Aspiring Educational Psychologist – Ideal Candidate

• A graduate with a Psychology or related degree
• Clear ambition to progress into Educational Psychology, SEN or Child Psychology
• Patient, resilient and confident working with children who need additional support
• Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable
• Able to commit for the full academic year

Why apply for this Aspiring Educational Psychologist role?

• Valuable experience ahead of Educational Psychology training or a Master’s degree
• Long-term, full-time position in a well-supported school environment
• Competitive daily rate paid weekly via PAYE
• Opportunity to make a genuine impact on pupils’ academic and emotional development

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Aspiring Educational Psychologist role, in Islington. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Aspiring Educational Psychologist role.

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SEND Teaching Assistant (Complex Needs & SEMH) – Cambridge
Start Date: January/February 2026

Are you a proactive and dedicated individual seeking a rewarding role as a SEND Teaching Assistant supporting pupils with Complex Needs and SEMH?

An excellent opportunity has arisen at a supportive partner school in Cambridge for a full-time SEND Teaching Assistant position starting in January or February 2026.

SEND Teaching Assistant (Complex Needs & SEMH) – Job Summary

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with students who have a range of Special Educational Needs, particularly those with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties.

You will support pupils both in small groups and on a one-to-one basis within the classroom. Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the planning, preparation and delivery of tailored learning activities.
• Adapting your approach to meet the unique needs of individual pupils.
• Monitoring and encouraging progress in both academic and personal development.
• Building valuable experience working directly with pupils with complex needs and behavioural challenges.

This role is well suited to aspiring SEN Teachers, Educational Psychologists or Clinical Psychologists.

SEND Teaching Assistant (Complex Needs & SEMH) – Job Requirements

• A minimum of a 2:1 degree from a UK university.
• Prior experience working with children or young people, particularly those with SEN or SEMH needs, is desirable.
• A strong commitment to pupil welfare and development.
• Resilience, patience and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced and supportive school environment.

Ribbons & Reeves are Cambridge’s leading education recruiters. We specialise in placing graduates into long-term and permanent roles in schools across the Cambridgeshire. We are proud to support early-career educators in taking the next step in their professional development.

 Russell Group Graduate | Cambridge | January 2026 Start (Or ASAP)

Are you a motivated Russell Group Graduate looking to make a real difference in children’s lives?

An exceptional primary school in Cambridge is searching for a dedicated Russell Group Graduate to support KS1 and KS2 pupils, guiding them toward academic and personal success. This is an incredible opportunity to start your career in education while having a positive impact in the classroom.

As a Russell Group Graduate, you will work alongside experienced teachers, providing one-on-one and group support tailored to the needs of young learners.

This thriving Cambridge school values the unique skills and perspective a Russell Group Graduate brings.

Why Apply?

• Join a highly rated primary school in the heart of Cambridge.
• Benefit from bespoke professional development designed for a Russell Group Graduate.
• Make a meaningful contribution to the growth and success of KS1 and KS2 pupils.

What We Are Looking For

• A committed Russell Group Graduate with a passion for education and working with children.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• A proactive approach to learning and professional development.

Application | Russell Group Graduate
This is an excellent opportunity for a Russell Group Graduate to begin a rewarding career in education, making a real difference in Cambridge’s diverse and thriving community.

Apply now to take the first step towards a future in teaching.

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Russell Group Graduate role in Cambridge. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Russell Group Graduate role.

Primary Teaching Assistant | Cambridge

Ribbons & Reeves specialise in launching the careers of aspiring Primary Teachers. We support them by helping them to secure a full academic year of classroom experience through our long-term Primary Teaching Assistant placements.

If you are a Graduate with a 2:1 or above degree classification who is committed to commencing a career within Primary Education, this Primary Teaching Assistant role will be the perfect stepping-stone for you!

Starting from January 2026 and lasting until the end of the academic year, our Primary Teaching Assistant roles will allow you to get fully immersed within the day-to-day life of nurturing, inclusive Primary Schools.

Learning from Outstanding Primary Teachers each and every day you will enable yourself to start your career on the front foot with a solid foundation of classroom experience under your belt.

This Primary Teaching Assistant role is available at one of our partner schools in Cambridge.

Primary Teaching Assistant: Job Summary

• Primary Teaching Assistant – Cambridge
• Supporting EYFS, KS1 or KS2 pupils on a whole class, 1:1 and small group basis
• Pay: £500+ per week, paid every Friday on a PAYE basis
• Incredible opportunity for an aspiring Primary Teacher
• Teacher Training opportunities available from January 2026
• Learn by working alongside experienced and supportive Primary Teachers
• Training and Induction provided
• Regular CPD sessions available

As a Primary Teaching Assistant, you will provide 1:1 and whole-class support for pupils of all abilities, including some pupils who have SEN. You will work very closely with Qualified Primary Teachers and confidently deliver 1:1 and small group interventions to support early learning and development. You will help track pupil progress and promote strong social and communication skills.

If you are an aspiring Primary Teacher and this Primary Teaching Assistant role sounds like the perfect way of gaining the classroom experience you have been looking for, get in contact with Harry at Ribbons & Reeves today!

Ribbons & Reeves are Cambridge’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels to secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Primary Teaching Assistant role in Cambridge. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Primary Teaching Assistant role.

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EYFS Practitioner | Teaching Assistant
Location: Hampstead, North London
Salary: £25,280 per annum
Start: January 2026

A highly regarded independent preparatory school in Hampstead is seeking an experienced EYFS Practitioner to join their Early Years team on a permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a high-achieving environment where pupils are motivated, curious and academically ambitious from a very young age.

The successful candidate will work as a Teaching Assistant, supporting pupils as they prepare for their 4+ assessments. The school delivers a curriculum that is typically one year ahead of most state schools in London, with a strong emphasis on early literacy, numeracy and confidence building.

Families choose this school for its exceptional outcomes and its track record of preparing pupils for entry into some of the most selective independent schools in London.

The role will involve:

• Supporting EYFS pupils both in small groups and on a one-to-one basis
• Assisting with structured preparation for 4+ assessments
• Delivering engaging, age-appropriate learning activities under teacher guidance
• Helping pupils develop early academic confidence, focus and independence
• Working closely with class teachers and the wider Early Years team

The school is looking for someone who:

• Holds a recognised EYFS or childcare qualification
• Has experience working within Early Years, ideally in a school or nursery setting
• Understands early academic development and assessment preparation
• Is professional, proactive and committed to long-term progression
• Is seeking a permanent role within a high-expectation environment

What the school offers:

• A full-time, permanent position with an immediate start
• Salary of £25,280 per annum
• An academically focused, well-resourced Early Years setting
• Highly aspirational pupils and supportive families
• Excellent professional development within a respected independent school

This role would suit an EYFS Practitioner looking to build a long-term career within an academically ambitious school setting.

To apply or to discuss the role in more detail, please get in touch.

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this EYFS Practitioner role, in Camden. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this EYFS Practitioner role.

Maths Teacher | Cambridge | January/February 2026

Are you a Maths Teacher seeking a new role for the next academic year...? Perhaps you're a Maths ECT keen to secure your first Teaching position...?

If either of the above sound like you, and you have a Maths-related Degree from a UK Top 20 University, look no further!

Ribbons & Reeves are actively recruiting an ambitious Maths Teacher to work in an up-and-coming Secondary School in Cambridgeshire. This role is suitable for either an experienced Maths Teacher, or a Maths ECT!

Maths Teacher | The Role:

• Permanent Maths Teacher role starting January or February 2026
• OFSTED rated ‘Good’ Secondary School in Cambridgeshire
• Fantastic CPD opportunities on offer, working alongside an experienced Maths Department
• Salary: Pay to Scale | MPS/UPS

 
Maths Teacher | Personal Specification:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) is essential
• Obtained a Maths-related Degree (2:1 or above) from a UK Top 20 University
• Supportive of an inclusive learning environment with high behaviour expectations
• Confident with GCSE / A-Level Maths teaching

 
This Secondary School, based in Cambridgeshire, are known for fostering the strengths of each individual student and building on these to ensure they thrive throughout their schooling journey.

More specifically, the Maths Department at this school is well established, however, they are continually seeking new and innovative ways to implement the National Curriculum and pride themselves on keeping up to date with recent educational research.

If you think you would be a great fit for this Maths Teacher role, please click ‘Apply’ and attach your CV. Alternatively, for more information about this role, please do not hesitate to contact John at Ribbons & Reeves.

Ribbons & Reeves are Cambridge’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Maths Teacher role in Cambridgeshire. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Maths Teacher role.

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Primary Teaching Assistant | Cambridge

Ribbons & Reeves specialise in launching the careers of aspiring Primary Teachers. We support them by helping them to secure a full academic year of classroom experience through our long-term Primary Teaching Assistant placements.

If you are a Graduate with a 2:1 or above degree classification who is committed to commencing a career within Primary Education, this Primary Teaching Assistant role will be the perfect stepping-stone for you!

Starting from January 2026 and lasting until the end of the academic year, our Primary Teaching Assistant roles will allow you to get fully immersed within the day-to-day life of nurturing, inclusive Primary Schools.

Learning from Outstanding Primary Teachers each and every day you will enable yourself to start your career on the front foot with a solid foundation of classroom experience under your belt.

This Primary Teaching Assistant role is available at one of our partner schools in Cambridge.

Primary Teaching Assistant: Job Summary

• Primary Teaching Assistant – Cambridge
• Supporting EYFS, KS1 or KS2 pupils on a whole class, 1:1 and small group basis
• Pay: £500+ per week, paid every Friday on a PAYE basis
• Incredible opportunity for an aspiring Primary Teacher
• Teacher Training opportunities available from January 2026
• Learn by working alongside experienced and supportive Primary Teachers
• Training and Induction provided
• Regular CPD sessions available

As a Primary Teaching Assistant, you will provide 1:1 and whole-class support for pupils of all abilities, including some pupils who have SEN. You will work very closely with Qualified Primary Teachers and confidently deliver 1:1 and small group interventions to support early learning and development. You will help track pupil progress and promote strong social and communication skills.

If you are an aspiring Primary Teacher and this Primary Teaching Assistant role sounds like the perfect way of gaining the classroom experience you have been looking for, get in contact with Harry at Ribbons & Reeves today!

Ribbons & Reeves are Cambridge’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels to secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Primary Teaching Assistant role in Cambridge. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Primary Teaching Assistant role.

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History Teacher

Location: Brent, North West London
Start: Spring / Summer Term 2026
Contract: Full-time
Suitable for: Qualified and Unqualified teachers

A high-performing secondary school in Brent is seeking an exceptional History Teacher to join its team from Spring or Summer 2026. This is a rare opportunity to work in a culture built on high expectations, strong routines, and exceptional outcomes, where staff are supported to develop quickly and deliver consistently excellent teaching.

This vacancy is open to both experienced teachers and outstanding graduates who have the academic strength and presence to thrive in a demanding, highly structured environment.

The role

As a History Teacher, you will:

• Deliver engaging, knowledge-rich History lessons with clear explanations and strong subject authority
• Plan lessons that build powerful historical understanding, vocabulary and extended writing
• Use assessment and feedback intelligently to close gaps and accelerate progress
• Contribute to a department culture where consistency, scholarship and ambition are the norm
• Support pupils to develop excellent habits for learning and achievement

Who we’re looking for

You should be:

• A confident History specialist with exceptional subject knowledge and communication skills
• Ambitious, resilient, and highly receptive to feedback and coaching
• Fully aligned with a school culture of calm classrooms, firm routines and purposeful learning

Essential requirement

To be considered, you must have:

• A History degree from a top UK university — ideally a First Class degree from a Russell Group or Top 20 UK university

Qualified and unqualified applicants welcome

• Qualified teachers (QTS): You’ll be expected to deliver excellent teaching and contribute to department improvement from day one.
• Unqualified teachers: Outstanding graduates will be considered and supported to develop into high-impact classroom teachers.

Safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointment is subject to enhanced DBS, references, and relevant pre-employment checks.

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this History Teacher role, in Brent. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this History Teacher role.

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Assistant Headteacher

Salary: Inner London Leadership Scale (£66,935–£72,858 per annum)
Location: Camden, Inner London

An ambitious and community-focused primary setting in Camden is seeking an Assistant Headteacher with strong EYFS and Key Stage 1 expertise and the leadership presence to drive standards, culture, and consistency across the school.

This is a highly visible role with a clear strategic focus on Early Years, alongside a number of interim whole-school responsibilities (maternity cover). You’ll work closely with the Headteacher and leadership team, leading with warmth, clarity and high expectations.

Key responsibilities

The successful Assistant Headteacher will be responsible for:

• 1 day per week class teaching (likely within EYFS)
• Strategic lead for EYFS, including line management of the EYFS Phase Leader
• Phase Leader for Year 1 and Year 2, driving high-quality teaching, learning and outcomes
• OPAL Play Working Party lead (Curriculum Link), supporting an engaging and purposeful play offer
• Interim Whole School Behaviour Lead (maternity cover), embedding consistent expectations and routines
• Interim Pupil Premium Lead (maternity cover), ensuring evidence-informed strategy and impact
• Interim Whole School Quality Assurance Lead (maternity cover), strengthening teaching and learning through robust QA systems
• Educational Visits Co-ordinator (EVC), ensuring safe, enriching and well-led visits
• EYFS and KS1 CPD Lead, planning and delivering staff development that improves practice
• Interim lead for statutory assessments in EYFS and Year 1 (maternity cover), ensuring accuracy, readiness and confidence across the phase

What we’re looking for

This role will suit a leader who can confidently operate at senior level while remaining highly present in classrooms. You should be:

• An experienced primary leader with strong understanding of EYFS and KS1
• Confident line managing colleagues and driving improvement through coaching and accountability
• Clear, calm and consistent in your approach to behaviour and positive school culture
• Analytical and impact-driven, with the ability to lead Pupil Premium strategy effectively
• Organised and solution-focused, able to manage multiple priorities and statutory deadlines
• Committed to inclusive practice and raising outcomes for all pupils

Why consider this opportunity?

• A genuine senior leadership post with meaningful strategic influence
• A strong EYFS and KS1 focus, ideal for leaders passionate about early education
• A supportive environment where leadership is visible, practical and child-centred
• The chance to lead key whole-school priorities and make measurable impact

Safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Appointment will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and relevant pre-employment checks.

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Assistant Headteacher role, in Camden. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Assistant Headteacher role.

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