SEN Teaching Assistant: 1:1 ASD Support in KS1–KS2

GSL Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

GSL Education is assisting a Lewisham school in finding a SEN Teaching Assistant to start ASAP. The role runs 8:30 am–4:30 pm, is long-term/full-time, and offers a daily rate of £105–£120. The successful candidate will support ASD/SEN children, work on a 1:1 basis, and be flexible across KS1–KS2.

Requirements include a valid DBS on the update service, 2–3 references, and proof of right to work in the UK with NI and address verification. Lewisham-based placement starting September 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting ASD/SEN children.
• Recent primary school-based experience.
• Able to support SEN on a 1:1 basis.
• Able to support different children with a range of SEN needs.
• Able to be flexible and work across KS1-KS2.
• A valid DBS registered on the update service.
• 2-3 professional references covering a minimum of 2-3 years of employment history.
• Proof of right to work in the UK.
• Proof of national insurance.
• Proof of address (dated within the last three months).

Responsibilities

• Support children with special educational needs on a 1:1 basis.
• Assist across KS1 to KS2 as required by class needs.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to implement SEN plans.

Skills

SEN experience

ASD experience

1:1 support

KS1-KS2 flexibility

Right to work in the UK

Job description

GSL Education is assisting a Lewisham school in finding a SEN Teaching Assistant to start ASAP. The role runs 8:30 am–4:30 pm, is long-term/full-time, and offers a daily rate of £105–£120. The successful candidate will support ASD/SEN children, work on a 1:1 basis, and be flexible across KS1–KS2.

Requirements include a valid DBS on the update service, 2–3 references, and proof of right to work in the UK with NI and address verification. Lewisham-based placement starting September 2026.