SEN Teaching Assistant
Academics
Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next role in Lewisham?
Do you have a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs?
Are you confident providing targeted 1:1 and small group support in a primary school?
If so, I'd love to hear from you!
I am currently recruiting for a SEN Teaching Assistant in Lewisham to join a welcoming primary school and provide high-quality support to pupils with additional needs.
About the School
The school is a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Lewisham, committed to ensuring every child receives the support they need to thrive.
The school has a strong focus on inclusion and is looking for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant in Lewisham who can build positive relationships with pupils and support their academic, social and emotional development.
The Role
As a SEN Teaching Assistant in Lewisham, you will work closely with class teachers and the wider SEN team to support pupils with a range of additional needs.
You may be providing:
- 1:1 and small group support
- Support for pupils with SEND and additional learning needs
- Assistance with classroom learning and activities
- Emotional and behavioural support
- Personal care where required
- Support with communication and social development
- Assistance with implementing individual learning and support plans
Role Details
📍 Location: Lewisham
📅 Start: September 2026
🕐 Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday
💷 Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
📚 Role: SEN Teaching Assistant
🏫 Setting: Primary School
Ideal Candidate
The successful SEN Teaching Assistant in Lewisham will ideally have:
- Previous experience supporting children with SEN
- Primary school or education experience
- A patient, nurturing and proactive approach
- Strong classroom management skills
- The ability to build positive relationships with pupils
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- A genuine passion for inclusive education
Experience supporting pupils with ASD, ADHD, SEMH or complex learning needs would be advantageous.
How to Apply
If you are an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant in Lewisham looking for a new opportunity for September 2026, please get in touch.
All applicants will be required to have the appropriate qualifications and experience, alongside enhanced DBS clearance and full KCSIE-compliant safeguarding checks.
Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.
Application opens at the source listing. Free for jobseekers.