SEN Primary Teaching Assistant

Educo Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent position

Ongoing consultant support by Educo

Supportive school environment

Job summary

Educo Recruitment in London is seeking an SEN Primary Teaching Assistant to start in a Lambeth primary school ASAP. You will support pupils with special educational needs and help them access learning.

Ideal candidates are patient, nurturing, and team‑oriented, with experience in SEN or similar settings. Monday to Friday, full‑time, long‑term role with potential permanent placement.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant in SEN settings.
• Patient, calm and nurturing approach in a primary school environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills with pupils and staff.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with learning inside and outside the classroom.
• Help pupils access learning, build confidence and independence.
• Support social and emotional development and create a safe learning environment.

Skills

Teaching support

SEN experience

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

SEN Primary Teaching Assistant Lambeth

Location: Lambeth, London
Pay: £110 per day
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time, long-term
Hours: Monday Friday

Are you a caring, patient and dedicated SEN Primary Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children with special educational needs?

We are looking for an enthusiastic SEN Primary Teaching Assistant to start in a primary school in Lambeth ASAP. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to make a genuine difference to the lives of children with a range of additional needs.

As an SEN Primary Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and the wider school team to support pupils both inside and outside the classroom. You will help children access learning, build confidence and independence, and develop their social and emotional skills.

The Ideal Candidate

You will ideally have:

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or within a SEN setting
• Experience supporting children with special educational needs
• Experience working within a primary school environment is desirable
• A patient, calm and nurturing approach
• The ability to build positive and trusting relationships with pupils
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• The ability to work effectively alongside teachers and other support staff
• Experience with personal care or manual handling would be advantageous, but is not essential
• A commitment to creating a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment

The Benefits

• £110 per day
• Full-time, long-term position
• ASAP Start
• Primary school based in Lambeth, London
• Opportunity for a permanent position
• Supportive and welcoming school environment
• Ongoing support from your Educo Recruitment consultant
• Excellent opportunity to develop your experience as an SEN Primary Teaching Assistant
• Make a meaningful difference as an SEN Primary Teaching Assistant supporting pupils throughout their primary education