SEN Teaching Assistant

Horizon Teachers are working with a Primary school in Lewisham, assisting in their search for a SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2026.

Read on to find out what you will need to succeed in this position, including skills, qualifications, and experience.

This is an exciting opportunity to support children across Reception, Key Stage 1 and 2, supporting pupils with SEND including Autism, ADHD, and SEMH needs.

Key Responsibilities Support pupils across Reception, Key Stage 1 and 2 on a 1:1 basis Use effective approaches to resolving conflict and promote positive behaviour to encourage a calm, safe learning environment.

Work with the class teacher, teaching assistants and wider inclusion team to deliver engaging, differentiated learning experiences.

Encourage independence, confidence, and resilience in all pupils.

Follow learning plans and support pupils throughout the full school day.

About You Experience supporting children with SEND in a professional or personal capacity Strong behaviour management Confident working with children across Reception, Key Stage 1 and 2 A genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning Empathy, resilience, and excellent communication skills A proactive, positive approach and a collaborative mindset Why Join Horizon Teachers? A team of specialist education consultants many of whom are ex-teachers offering tailored guidance and ongoing support Up to £150 in vouchers for successful referrals 8-star Google rating from teachers, support staff, and schools who value our commitment and care Full interview preparation, honest feedback, and support at every stage of your job search Operam Education Group includes Provide Education | Teachers UK | Provision Recruitment | The Education Specialists | First for Education | Horizon Teachers | Key Stage Teacher Supply We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.

As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. xwzovoh

Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.