SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Lewisham

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location:

Lewisham, South East London

Contract:

Long Term

Start Date:

ASAP

We are delighted to be recruiting a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive school in the heart of Lewisham. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a school that genuinely puts children first and values the contribution of every member of staff.
Our school is a warm, vibrant and nurturing environment where pupils feel safe, supported and inspired to achieve their best. We are proud of our strong inclusive ethos, positive relationships, and commitment to supporting children with special educational needs to thrive both academically and emotionally.

About the Role As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

Provide high-quality, tailored support to pupils with a range of special educational needs.
Work closely with class teachers, the SENCo and wider support staff to implement individual support plans.
Support pupils both in and out of the classroom, helping them access learning and build confidence.
Foster positive relationships that support pupils’ emotional wellbeing, independence and engagement.
Be a valued part of a collaborative, reflective and supportive staff team.

About You We are looking for someone who:

Is patient, empathetic and passionate about supporting children with SEN.
Has experience working with children with additional needs.
Is proactive, adaptable and able to work effectively as part of a team.
Has strong communication skills and a calm, positive approach.
Is committed to inclusion, safeguarding and making a real difference in children’s lives.

Why Join Our School?
A supportive leadership team that values staff wellbeing and professional development.
A strong, caring staff culture where collaboration and mutual support are at the heart of what we do.
Excellent opportunities for training, development and progression, including SEN-specific CPD.
Well-behaved, enthusiastic pupils who are eager to learn.
A school that truly values inclusion, diversity and community.
Why Horizon Teachers?

Over 15 years of experience supporting education professionals across London.
High-quality professional development delivered by an experienced former Headteacher.
Free safeguarding training as part of the registration process.
Clear progression routes into long-term roles and teacher training opportunities.

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