Specialist Dyslexia Teaching Assistant / LSA

Job Title: Specialist Dyslexia Teaching Assistant / LSA
Location: Kennington, South London
Start Date: Immediate Start
Contract: Full-time / Long-term
Salary: Competitive – dependent on experience and qualification

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant with a specialist Level 5, Level 6 or Level 7 qualification in Dyslexia/SpLD?

Do you have experience delivering targeted literacy interventions to children and young people with dyslexia and specific learning difficulties?

TeacherActive is recruiting for a highly skilled Specialist Dyslexia Teaching Assistant to work within an education setting in the Kennington area.

This is an excellent opportunity for a TA/LSA with advanced dyslexia training to provide specialist 1:1 and small-group interventions, helping pupils overcome barriers to literacy and access the wider curriculum.

The role will include:

Providing specialist support for pupils with Dyslexia and Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD)
Delivering structured 1:1 and small-group literacy interventions
Supporting reading, spelling, writing and phonological awareness
Using multisensory approaches to support individual learning needs
Adapting classroom resources and activities for pupils with dyslexia
Supporting pupils to develop confidence and independent learning strategies
Monitoring, recording and reporting on pupil progress
Working closely with teachers, SENDCOs and other SEND professionals
Supporting targets identified within EHCPs and individual support plans
The successful candidate must have:

A relevant Level 5, Level 6 or Level 7 Dyslexia/SpLD qualification
Experience supporting children or young people with dyslexia
Strong knowledge of specialist literacy interventions
Experience delivering individual and small-group support
A good understanding of SEND and inclusive education
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
A patient, adaptable and pupil-centred approach
Desirable:

Experience working within a specialist SEND setting
Dyslexia assessment experience
Level 7 specialist assessor qualification
Experience supporting pupils with additional needs alongside dyslexia
Knowledge of EHCPs and individualised intervention programmes
In return for the above, you can expect to receive:

A dedicated SEND recruitment consultant
Competitive rates of pay
Support throughout the registration and placement process
Access to CPD opportunities
A rewarding long-term role supporting pupils with additional learning needs
If you are a Teaching Assistant, LSA or Dyslexia Specialist with a Level 5–7 qualification and are available for work in Kennington, please apply with your most up-to-date CV.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and requires you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service and can provide a wide range of opportunities within schools and specialist educational settings.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. 

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed