SEN Teaching Assistant – Primary School (Lewisham)

About the role

Join a welcoming Primary SEN school in Lewisham as a Teaching Assistant, supporting children with complex learning needs. You will work closely with teachers and therapists to create a nurturing, structured environment where every pupil can thrive.

Key responsibilities

• Assist classroom teachers in delivering personalised lessons for pupils with autism, communication challenges, and sensory or emotional needs.
• Support one‑to‑one and small‑group activities, reinforcing therapeutic strategies.
• Monitor and record pupil progress, providing feedback to the teaching team.
• Help maintain a safe, inclusive classroom atmosphere.

Required profile

• Passionate about supporting children with additional needs.
• Empathetic, patient and adaptable.
• Willing to commute to Lewisham or live locally.
• Motivated to develop professionally within a specialist setting.

Required skills

• Basic understanding of SEN principles (preferred but not mandatory).

What we offer

• Full‑time, fixed‑term contract with competitive daily rate.
• Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development.
• Opportunity for long‑term progression within the school.
• Supportive, collaborative team environment.