Drama Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. are currently seeking a Drama Specialist / Teaching Assistant to join a Lewisham-based SEN school.

The role runs five days a week from December 2026, supporting pupils aged 5–11 with complex needs (including ASC/MLD/SLD) in drama and classroom activities. You will work in the drama room, assist with communication needs, support positive behaviour and collaborate with teachers to create a safe, nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young people with special needs, ASC / MLD / SLD.
• Previous support work, TA or LSA within a school or other child related experience.
• Enthusiastic, positive and friendly approach.
• A caring and professional manner, willing to support with the personal care of pupils.

Responsibilities

• Assisting within the Drama classroom
• Collaborating with teachers and other staff to provide a safe and nurturing environment for students
• Assisting with communication needs and promoting positive behaviour
• Supporting students with physical and emotional needs

Skills

SEN support experience

ASC/MLD/SLD knowledge

Positive behaviour support

Communication with pupils

Job description

The large and successful school based in Lewisham are looking for Teaching Assistant/Drama Specialist to join them 5 days a week, in December 2026. This Lewisham based school caters for students from 5 to 11 years old with complex needs, including moderate and severe learning disabilities (MLD/SLD). Their vision, values and aims are embedded by pupils, parents, Governors and colleagues to enable as much inclusion in society as possible. The school and staff aim to give their pupils the skills and experience so that they can find meaningful employment, be that paid or voluntary. The curriculum is highly personalised and creative, they aim to develop pupil voice throughout all the activities and lessons.

The Lewisham SEN School are looking for a Drama Specialist, you will be working in the Drama room with a range of ages and needs. It is important that you not only have experience working with SEN but also have a basic knowledge and love for Drama/acting.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting within the Drama classroom
• Collaborating with teachers and other staff to provide a safe and nurturing environment for students
• Assisting with communication needs and promoting positive behaviour
• Supporting students with physical and emotional needs

Essential requirements

• Experience supporting young people with special needs, ASC / MLD / SLD
• Previous support work, TA or LSA work within a school or other child related experience.
• Enthusiastic, positive and friendly approach.
• A caring and professional manner, willing to support with the personal care of pupils.
• Must have legal right to work in the UK.

For more information on the school location and role, please contact Lowri at Tradewind today on 0207 845 5450 (option 4 for SEND) or email me on [e-mail] and I will welcome your enquiries.