SEN Teaching Assistant. Job in Southwark Education & Training Jobs

TLTP Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive primary school in Southwark is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to provide essential support to children with special educational needs starting from September 2025. In this full-time role, you will deliver 1:1 and small-group assistance, help implement individual support plans, and ensure a nurturing learning environment. Ideal candidates should have experience in similar roles and possess excellent communication skills. The school offers a collaborative atmosphere and strong pastoral care, making it an excellent place to work.

Benefits

Excellent resources

Ongoing professional development

Collaborative leadership team

Qualifications

• Compassionate, dedicated, and proactive individual.
• Experience supporting pupils with a range of special educational needs.
• Ability to assist with differentiation and individual support plans.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with pupils providing 1:1 and small-group support.
• Assist the class teacher with differentiation.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.

Skills

Experience working with children with additional needs

Excellent communication skills

Calm, nurturing approach

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant Southwark, South London Full-Time September 2025 Primary School

Key Details

• SEN Teaching Assistant based in Southwark, South London
• SEN Teaching Assistant position begins September 2025
• SEN Teaching Assistant full-time support role
• SEN Teaching Assistant paid at a competitive daily rate
• SEN Teaching Assistant role within a primary school supporting pupils with SEN
• SEN Teaching Assistant applicants must have experience working with children with additional needs

If you answered yes to the above, then this SEN Teaching Assistant role is for you!

The Role SEN Teaching Assistant

We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant to join our supportive school community from September 2025. In this role, you will work directly with pupils who have a range of special educational needs, providing 1:1 and small-group support to help them access the curriculum and achieve their full potential.

Your duties will include assisting the class teacher with differentiation, implementing individual support plans, and fostering a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment. The ideal candidate will have previous experience supporting children with SEN, excellent communication skills, and a calm, nurturing approach.

The School SEN Teaching Assistant

The school is a welcoming and inclusive primary school located in Southwark, South London, with a strong reputation for supporting pupils with additional needs. The school prides itself on its supportive atmosphere, strong pastoral care, and commitment to ensuring every child feels valued and supported.

Staff benefit from excellent resources, ongoing professional development, and a collaborative leadership team. Situated close to good transport links, the school is easily accessible from across South London. Ofsted has praised the school for its inclusive ethos, pupil wellbeing, and high-quality SEN provision.

Apply for this SEN Teaching Assistant role or contact Jasmine at TLTP for more information!