SEN Teaching Assistant

Reeson Education; London Borough of Southwark; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

REESON Education is partnering with a welcoming mainstream primary school in East Dulwich, South East London, to recruit a SEN Teaching Assistant for a 1:1 ADHD support role. The position is full-time from November 2026 to July 2027, with daily pay £90-£110 and a 8:30am-4:00pm schedule.

The successful candidate will provide dedicated 1:1 support for a Year 4 pupil with ADHD and behavioural needs, build positive relationships, implement behaviour strategies, and work closely with the class

Qualifications

• At least 1 year's experience supporting children with SEN.
• Experience working with ADHD and challenging behaviour.
• Experience in a primary school or child-focused setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a Year 4 pupil with ADHD and behavioural needs.
• Build a consistent, positive relationship to support emotional regulation and engagement.
• Implement behaviour strategies in line with the school's approach and individual support plans.
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to adapt learning and provide targeted support.
• Encourage positive social interactions, independence and confidence throughout the school day.
• Monitor progress and celebrate successes, both academically and personally.

Skills

SEN experience

ADHD experience

Behaviour management

Primary school experience

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant | 1:1 ADHD Support | Year 4 | East Dulwich

SEN Teaching Assistant | Full-Time | November 2026 - July 2027
Location: East Dulwich, South East London
Pay: £90-£110 per day
Hours: Monday-Friday | 8:30am-4:00pm

Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference every day? A welcoming mainstream primary school in East Dulwich is looking to appoint a dedicated Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a Year 4 pupil with ADHD and challenging behaviour.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a resilient and compassionate Teaching Assistant who can build positive relationships, encourage engagement and help a child achieve their full potential in the classroom.

The Role

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a Year 4 pupil with ADHD and behavioural needs
• Build a consistent, positive relationship to support emotional regulation and engagement
• Implement behaviour strategies in line with the school's approach and individual support plans
• Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to adapt learning and provide targeted support
• Encourage positive social interactions, independence and confidence throughout the school day
• Monitor progress and celebrate successes, both academically and personally

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a Teaching Assistant who has:

• At least 1 year's experience supporting children with SEN or additional behavioural needs
• Experience working with children with ADHD, challenging behaviour or social, emotional and mental health needs
• Previous experience in a primary school, tuition, youth work or another child-focused setting
• A calm, patient and resilient approach, with strong behaviour management skills
• A genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning

Why Join This School?

• Friendly and supportive mainstream primary school in East Dulwich
• Experienced and approachable Senior Leadership Team
• Welcoming staff with a collaborative team culture
• Excellent support from the SEN team and opportunities for professional development
• Long-term, full-time role offering consistency for both staff and pupils
• November 2026 start, continuing until July 2027

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%