SEN Teaching Assistant

Description:

SEN Teaching Assistant | 1:1 ADHD 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 an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference every day? A welcoming mainstream primary school in East Dulwich is looking to appoint a dedicated Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a Year 4 pupil with ADHD and challenging behaviour.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a resilient and compassionate Teaching Assistant who can build positive relationships, encourage engagement and help a child achieve their full potential in the classroom.

The Role

As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a Year 4 pupil with ADHD and behavioural needs
Build a consistent, positive relationship to support emotional regulation and engagement
Implement behaviour strategies in line with the school's approach and individual support plans
Work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to adapt learning and provide targeted support
Encourage positive social interactions, independence and confidence throughout the school day
Monitor progress and celebrate successes, both academically and personally

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a Teaching Assistant who has:

At least 1 year's experience supporting children with SEN or additional behavioural needs
Experience working with children with ADHD, challenging behaviour or social, emotional and mental health needs
Previous experience in a primary school, tuition, youth work or another child-focused setting
A calm, patient and resilient approach, with strong behaviour management skills
A genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning

Why Join This School?

Friendly and supportive mainstream primary school in East Dulwich
Experienced and approachable Senior Leadership Team
Welcoming staff with a collaborative team culture
Excellent support from the SEN team and opportunities for professional development
Long-term, full-time role offering consistency for both staff and pupils
September 2026 start, continuing until July 2027If you're a committed Teaching Assistant or SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding long-term role in East Dulwich, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for this exciting Teaching Assistant opportunity.

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