1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant - Lewisham

1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant

Lewisham

£110 per day

September start

Long term and Term time only

A welcoming and inclusive primary school in the London Borough of Lewisham is seeking to appoint a dedicated and experienced 1:1 Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant for the full academic year starting September 2026.

This is a full-time, term-time only position, offering a competitive daily rate of £100–£110, dependent on experience.

The successful candidate will provide 1:1 support to a pupil in a Year 3 class, working closely with the class teacher and SENCo to implement tailored support strategies. The role will focus on enabling the pupil to access the Key Stage 2 curriculum, supporting social and emotional development, and promoting positive behaviour within the classroom.

The ideal candidate will have experience supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and a strong understanding of KS2 learning expectations. A calm, patient, and consistent approach is essential, alongside the ability to build positive and trusting relationships.

The successful candidate will:

• Have proven experience working with children with ASD
• Have experience supporting pupils within Key Stage 2
• Be confident delivering 1:1 support within a classroom setting
• Demonstrate strong communication and teamwork skills
• Be proactive, adaptable, and committed to supporting pupil progress

The school offers a supportive working environment, with a strong emphasis on inclusion, staff development, and pupil wellbeing.

All applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. This role is subject to safer recruitment procedures in line with statutory guidance. The successful candidate must have the right to work in the UK.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. You will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed.

The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references.

This post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

To apply for this opportunity your detailed CV to Clarus Education now to be considered. We will be contacting those shortlisted within 48 hours of an application.

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