New Job: SEN Teaching Assistant in Lewisham

Job Description

SEN Teaching Assistant | Lewisham | September

Are you looking to build experience supporting children with additional needs within a specialist education environment? This SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity in Lewisham offers the chance to work within a supportive school setting where pupils receive personalised support to help them achieve academically, socially and emotionally.

This SEN Teaching Assistant role would suit a graduate or experienced support professional who is passionate about inclusive education. The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will support pupils with a range of needs including Autism (ASD), ADHD, communication difficulties and learning needs, working closely with teachers and SEN professionals.

The school has a strong focus on pupil development, independence and confidence, with staff working collaboratively to provide a structured and nurturing learning environment.

Lewisham | Contract | £500–£550 per week

What the school can offer a SEN Teaching Assistant:

• Experience supporting pupils with ASD, ADHD and additional learning needs


• Specialist SEN training and professional development


• Opportunity to work alongside experienced SEN teachers and support staff


• Small group and 1:1 intervention experience


• Exposure to behaviour support and communication strategies


• A collaborative and supportive school environment


• Valuable experience for careers in Psychology, Education or Therapy

The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will:

• Hold A-Levels (or equivalent qualifications) and a BA degree


• Be patient, resilient and adaptable


• Build positive relationships with pupils and staff


• Have a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs


• Be committed to helping pupils overcome barriers to learning

If you are looking for a SEN Teaching Assistant role where you can make a meaningful difference while developing specialist experience, this is an excellent Lewisham opportunity from September 2026.

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