Job title: SEND Teaching Assistant
Job type: Contract
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Independent
Functional Expertise: Senior Leader
Pay interval: Hourly
Pay rate: Negotiable
Location: Lewisham
Job published: 24-09-2026
Job ID: 124711

Job Description

SEND Teaching Assistant | Lewisham

 

Are you a SEND Teaching Assistant looking to take the next step towards a career supporting SEN students?

 

A student-focused School in Lewisham is looking for a supportive SEND Teaching Assistant to join their exceptional SENCo team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a SEND Teaching Assistant to make an impactful difference to students with Autism, ADHD and a range of SEN needs.

 

SEND Teaching Assistant – The Role

  • A calm and consistent SEND Teaching Assistant who will promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
  • Help plan and deliver individualised activities and support strategies that encourage pupil progress
  • Supporting the SENCo team in delivering engaging and personalised group and 1:1 activities

 

SEND Teaching Assistant – You Will

  • Have a strong understanding of SEN needs
  • Be caring, patient, and adaptable, with a genuine desire to help young people with SEND thrive
  • Be a Psychology Graduate from a top UK university

 

SEND Teaching Assistant – Why This School

  • A clear pathway for a SEND Teaching Assistant to develop their skills and grow professionally
  • The opportunity to work closely with SEN professionals and gain valuable experience within a specialist educational environment
  • The chance to work at an ‘Outstanding’ School in Lewisham

 

If you are a SEND Teaching Assistant and this role sounds like the opportunity are looking for, we would love to hear from you!

 

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all level’s secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this SEND Teaching Assistant role in Lewisham. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this SEND Teaching Assistant role.

 

SEND Teaching Assistant | Lewisham

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