1:1 Primary school Teaching Assistant

  • Job Reference: 2631168166-2
  • Date Posted: 23 February 2026
  • Recruiter: Remedy Education
  • Location: Southwark, London
  • Salary: £96.00 to £115 Per Day
  • Sector: Support / IAG, Teaching Assistant
  • Job Type: Contract

Job Description

Primary 1:1 Teaching Assistant - Southwark - 95- 115 per day

We are currently recruiting for a resilient and experienced 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with very severe SEN and behavioural needs in a welcoming Primary school in Southwark.

This is a highly rewarding but demanding role, ideal for someone confident managing complex needs and significant behavioural challenges within a structured school environment.

The Role:

  • Providing dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with severe SEN and behavioural needs

  • Implementing personalised support strategies and structured routines

  • Managing and de-escalating high-level challenging behaviour

  • Supporting emotional regulation, communication and social development

  • Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO and external professionals

  • Maintaining a safe, consistent and supportive learning environment

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

  • Proven experience supporting children with severe SEN

  • Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills

  • Experience with ASD, SEMH, or other complex needs

  • A calm, patient and resilient approach

  • Confidence working 1:1 within a Primary school setting

  • An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to obtain one)

This is an opportunity to make a genuine difference in a child's educational journey within a supportive and well-structured Primary school.

If you have any questions please call (phone number removed) or ask for Dylan at Remedy Education.