Specialist Dyslexia Teaching Assistant / LSA

Job Title: Specialist Dyslexia Teaching Assistant / LSA
Location: Kennington, South London
Start Date: Immediate Start
Contract: Full-time / Long-term
Salary: Competitive – dependent on experience and qualification

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant with a specialist Level 5, Level 6 or Level 7 qualification in Dyslexia/SpLD?

Do you have experience delivering targeted literacy interventions to children and young people with dyslexia and specific learning difficulties?

TeacherActive is recruiting for a highly skilled Specialist Dyslexia Teaching Assistant to work within an education setting in the Kennington area.

This is an excellent opportunity for a TA/LSA with advanced dyslexia training to provide specialist 1:1 and small-group interventions, helping pupils overcome barriers to literacy and access the wider curriculum.

The role will include:

• Providing specialist support for pupils with Dyslexia and Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD)
• Delivering structured 1:1 and small-group literacy interventions
• Supporting reading, spelling, writing and phonological awareness
• Using multisensory approaches to support individual learning needs
• Adapting classroom resources and activities for pupils with dyslexia
• Supporting pupils to develop confidence and independent learning strategies
• Monitoring, recording and reporting on pupil progress
• Working closely with teachers, SENDCOs and other SEND professionals
• Supporting targets identified within EHCPs and individual support plans

The successful candidate must have:

• A relevant Level 5, Level 6 or Level 7 Dyslexia/SpLD qualification
• Experience supporting children or young people with dyslexia
• Strong knowledge of specialist literacy interventions
• Experience delivering individual and small-group support
• A good understanding of SEND and inclusive education
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• A patient, adaptable and pupil-centred approach

Desirable:

• Experience working within a specialist SEND setting
• Dyslexia assessment experience
• Level 7 specialist assessor qualification
• Experience supporting pupils with additional needs alongside dyslexia
• Knowledge of EHCPs and individualised intervention programmes

In return for the above, you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated SEND recruitment consultant
• Competitive rates of pay
• Support throughout the registration and placement process
• Access to CPD opportunities
• A rewarding long-term role supporting pupils with additional learning needs

If you are a Teaching Assistant, LSA or Dyslexia Specialist with a Level 5–7 qualification and are available for work in Kennington, please apply with your most up-to-date CV.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and requires you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service and can provide a wide range of opportunities within schools and specialist educational settings.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. 

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.