SEN Teaching Assistant

Ortus Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

REC Corporate Member

Job summary

Ortus Recruitment Ltd is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support children in Southeast London. The role is full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am–4pm, with a salary of £93–£105 per day PAYE and an ASAP start.

You will work 1:1 with pupils who have SEN, assist small groups, and help maintain an inclusive classroom atmosphere. The ideal candidate is passionate, adaptable and ready to make a difference for children in need.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working 1:1 or in groups with children in a school or childcare setting.
• Experience supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities.
• A genuine passion for the wellbeing and development of children.
• Flexibility and resilience when navigating challenging behaviours.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with pupils, staff and families.
• Patience, empathy and calm problem-solving under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to pupils with special educational needs, building trust and helping them access learning in a way that works for them.
• Support small group interventions and assist the class teacher with planning, delivery and resources.
• Help create an inclusive, stimulating and safe classroom environment.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.
• Support children’s emotional, social and academic development throughout the school day.

Skills

1:1 support

Group support

SEN experience

Communication

Patience

Empathy

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant | Full-time Monday to Friday (8:30am–4pm) | Southeast London | £93–£105 per day PAYE | ASAP Start

Are you the kind of person who walks into a classroom and immediately wants to make a difference? We’re looking for someone passionate, adaptable, and ready to show up for children who need it most.

Ortus Recruitment is partnering with mainstream and SEN specialist schools in Southeast London to find a committed Teaching Assistant who is happy working 1:1 with SEN pupils, supporting small groups, or as a general classroom TA. We’ll match you to the right school and setting based on your experience.

The Role

• Provide 1:1 support to pupils with special educational needs, building trust and helping them access learning in a way that works for them
• Support small group interventions and assist the class teacher with planning, delivery and resources
• Help create an inclusive, stimulating and safe classroom environment
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents
• Support children’s emotional, social and academic development throughout the school day

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience working 1:1 or in groups with children in a school or childcare setting
• Experience supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities
• A genuine passion for the wellbeing and development of children
• Flexibility and resilience when navigating challenging behaviours
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships with pupils, staff and families
• Patience, empathy and calm problem-solving under pressure

Why Work with Ortus Recruitment

• REC Corporate Member – committed to ethical recruitment and giving every candidate the best chance of success
• We only partner with schools that have strong safeguarding cultures and welcoming, supportive staff teams
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development in education
• The chance to make a real difference for children from all kinds of backgrounds

JOB TYPE: Full-time, Long-term LOCATION: Southeast London SALARY: £93–£105 per day (PAYE, depending on experience) HOURS: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:00pm START DATE: ASAP Start