SEN Teaching Assistant

Teach Plus Limited; London Borough of Southwark; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Teach Plus Limited in Peckham, Southwark, is recruiting a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school. The role focuses on 1:1 and small-group support for children with SEND, including ASD/ADHD and SEMH, to help them access the curriculum and build confidence.

You will work closely with class teachers and the SENCO to tailor support and develop independence in pupils, contributing to an inclusive, nurturing classroom culture.

Qualifications

• Experience as a SEN Teaching Assistant or similar role.
• Strong subject knowledge relevant to the role.
• Enhanced DBS with Update Service is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 and small-group support for SEN pupils.
• Support pupils with ASD, ADHD, speech/language needs and SEMH.
• Implement IEPs and targeted interventions to monitor progress.
• Encourage independence, communication and positive social interactions.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCO and support staff to enable curriculum access.
• Monitor pupil progress and adapt support to individual needs.

Skills

SEN experience

1:1 support

Small-group support

Behaviour support

Education

Enhanced DBS with Update Service

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant
Start Date: ASAP
Location: Peckham
Contract: Full-time
Salary: £108 - £125 per day

About the role and school

Teach Plus are currently recruiting for a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Peckham, Southwark, starting ASAP.This full-time SEN Teaching Assistant position is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant who is passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will work closely with class teachers and the SENCO to provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with additional learning needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, speech and language difficulties and social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH).The role will focus on helping pupils access the primary curriculum, develop independence and build confidence within the classroom environment.

The school is a welcoming and community-focused primary school situated in Peckham, serving a diverse local community and promoting a strong Christian ethos centred on respect, kindness and inclusion.The school is committed to providing a nurturing and supportive learning environment where every child feels valued and encouraged to achieve their full potential.With a broad and engaging curriculum, an emphasis on positive behaviour and a commitment to children's personal development, the school encourages pupils to become confident, independent and enthusiastic learners.Teachers, support staff and the SENCO work collaboratively to ensure children with additional needs receive appropriate support and are fully included in school life.

This SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity would particularly suit a patient, proactive and adaptable individual with previous experience supporting children with ASD, ADHD, SEMH or other special educational needs.The school is looking for a confident and nurturing SEN Teaching Assistant who can build positive relationships with pupils, implement effective learning and behaviour support strategies, and respond sensitively to individual needs.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about SEN education to make a genuine difference to children's academic, social and emotional development while gaining valuable experience within a supportive primary school environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated 1:1 and small-group support for primary-aged pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
• Support pupils with ASD, ADHD, speech and language difficulties and social, emotional and mental health needs (SEMH)
• Implement individual education plans (IEPs), personalised learning strategies and targeted interventions to support pupil progress
• Encourage independence, confidence, communication and positive social interactions within the classroom
• Work closely with class teachers, the SENCO and wider support staff to ensure pupils can access the curriculum and participate fully in school activities
• Monitor pupil progress, behaviour and emotional wellbeing, adapting support strategies to meet individual needs

Qualifications/Experience

• Experience as a SEN Teaching Assistant or in a similar role supporting children with additional learning needs
• Strong subject/curriculum knowledge relevant to the role
• Enhanced DBS Certificate with the Update Service
• Right to work in the UK