Job Description
SEN Teaching Assistant | Lewisham | September
Are you looking to build experience supporting children with additional needs within a specialist education environment? This SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity in Lewisham offers the chance to work within a supportive school setting where pupils receive personalised support to help them achieve academically, socially and emotionally.
This SEN Teaching Assistant role would suit a graduate or experienced support professional who is passionate about inclusive education. The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will support pupils with a range of needs including Autism (ASD), ADHD, communication difficulties and learning needs, working closely with teachers and SEN professionals.
The school has a strong focus on pupil development, independence and confidence, with staff working collaboratively to provide a structured and nurturing learning environment.
Lewisham | Contract | £500–£550 per week
What the school can offer a SEN Teaching Assistant:
- Experience supporting pupils with ASD, ADHD and additional learning needs
- Specialist SEN training and professional development
- Opportunity to work alongside experienced SEN teachers and support staff
- Small group and 1:1 intervention experience
- Exposure to behaviour support and communication strategies
- A collaborative and supportive school environment
- Valuable experience for careers in Psychology, Education or Therapy
The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will:
- Hold A-Levels (or equivalent qualifications) and a BA degree
- Be patient, resilient and adaptable
- Build positive relationships with pupils and staff
- Have a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
- Be committed to helping pupils overcome barriers to learning
If you are looking for a SEN Teaching Assistant role where you can make a meaningful difference while developing specialist experience, this is an excellent Lewisham opportunity from September 2026.
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