SEN Teaching Assistant - Inclusive Education Advocate

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant | Lewisham | September 2026

Are you an SEN Teaching Assistant looking to support pupils with additional needs within a nurturing and well-supported primary school environment? This opportunity in Lewisham from September 2026 would suit a graduate or experienced SEN Teaching Assistant passionate about inclusion and child development.

This role involves supporting pupils with a range of additional needs including Autism, speech and language difficulties, ADHD and social, emotional and mental health needs. Staff work closely with class teachers, SENCOs and external professionals to ensure pupils receive consistent and personalised support throughout the school day.

The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will provide one-to-one and small-group support within the classroom, helping pupils access learning, build confidence and regulate emotions. This role would suit aspiring SEN Teachers, Educational Psychologists or Speech & Language Therapists.

PayWeekly Pay | £475–£510 per week

Benefits

Excellent SEN-focused training and professional development

Experience supporting pupils with a range of additional needs

Strong pastoral systems and experienced SEN leadership

Opportunities to support intervention programmes and EHCP targets

A collaborative and supportive primary staff team

Structured behaviour systems and consistent classroom routines

Valuable experience for future careers within SEN and education

Long-term progression opportunities within the school

Qualifications & Responsibilities

Hold strong A-Levels (or equivalent qualifications) and a BA degree

Be patient, proactive and confident supporting children with SEN

Build positive relationships with pupils, families and staff

Support pupils both academically and emotionally

Be passionate about inclusive education and child development

Apply for this SEN Teaching Assistant role to gain meaningful SEN experience within a supportive primary school environment.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

31-05-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English