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SEN Teaching Assistant

Job Posted: 5 days ago

Salary: £ 90 - 110 / Day
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Southwark, London

Expire in: 23 days

Job Description

SEN Teaching Assistant | 1:1 Support | Year 4 | East Dulwich

SEN Teaching Assistant | Full-Time | September 2026 - July 2027
Location: East Dulwich, South East London
Pay: £90-£110 per day
Hours: Monday-Friday | 8:30am-4:00pm

Are you a patient and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant who thrives on helping children overcome barriers to learning? A supportive mainstream primary school in East Dulwich is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to provide consistent 1:1 support to a Year 4 pupil with ADHD and behavioural needs.

This long-term opportunity would suit someone who is confident supporting children who may find behaviour, emotional regulation and engagement challenging. You'll play an important role in helping the pupil feel settled, develop positive relationships and access their learning successfully.

What You'll Be Doing

In this role, you'll work closely with the pupil and wider school team to provide tailored support. Your responsibilities will include:

Providing focused 1:1 assistance to a Year 4 pupil with ADHD and additional behavioural needs
Developing a trusting and consistent relationship with the pupil
Supporting emotional regulation and helping the pupil remain engaged throughout the school day
Following agreed behaviour strategies and individual support approaches
Working alongside the class teacher and SENCO to adapt activities and provide appropriate learning support
Encouraging independence, positive interactions and confidence
Keeping track of progress and recognising the pupil's academic and personal achievements

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have:

A minimum of 1 year's experience working with children with SEN or behavioural needs
Experience supporting pupils with ADHD, challenging behaviour or SEMH needs
Previous experience within a primary school, tutoring, youth work or another child-centred environment
Strong patience, resilience and the ability to remain calm in challenging situations
Confident behaviour management and relationship-building skills
A caring and proactive approach to supporting children's development
A genuine commitment to helping pupils overcome challenges and reach their potential

The School

You'll be joining a welcoming primary school where staff work collaboratively to create a positive environment for both pupils and teachers.

The school offers:

A friendly and inclusive East Dulwich setting
A supportive and approachable leadership team
A collaborative staff environment
Guidance and support from an experienced SEN team
Opportunities to develop your skills through professional development
A stable, long-term placement running from September 2026 to July 2027If you're an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant who is passionate about making a difference through consistent, individualised support, this could be an excellent opportunity for you.

Apply today to be considered for this long-term 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant role in East Dulwich, starting September 2026.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across England. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07

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