SEND Teaching Assistant

  • Job Reference: 1653323170-2
  • Date Posted: 5 May 2025
  • Recruiter: Long Term Futures Ltd
  • Location: Lambeth, London
  • Salary: £104 to £115 Per Day
  • Sector: Support / IAG, Teaching Assistant
  • Job Type: Contract

Job Description

SEND Teaching Assistant Primary Support Lambeth, SE24
Location: Lambeth, SE24
Role: SEND Teaching Assistant - EYFS & KS1 Support
Contract: Full-Time Long-Term
Start Date: ASAP
Pay Scale: 105 - 115 per day

Long Term Futures are working in partnership with a nurturing, inclusive primary school in Lambeth, SE24, to recruit a SEND Teaching Assistant who will work closely with pupils in EYFS and KS1 requiring additional support. This role focuses on providing both in-class and 1:1 assistance to help pupils with SEND make sustained academic and personal progress.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver 1:1 and small-group interventions tailored to specific learning needs (e.g., autism, speech & language, developmental delay)
  • Support pupils during lessons by breaking down tasks, clarifying instructions, and encouraging active engagement
  • Work collaboratively with class teachers and the SENCo to review learning goals and adapt support strategies
  • Foster emotional wellbeing by offering encouragement, structure, and consistency throughout the day
  • Assist with implementing EHCP targets, collecting observations, and providing input into review meetings when required
  • Promote inclusive practice, helping all children feel part of the classroom and wider school community

Ideal Candidate:

  • Holds a relevant qualification (e.g. Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant Certificate, or equivalent)
  • Proven experience supporting pupils with SEND in a primary school setting (essential)
  • Knowledge of a range SEND profiles (e.g. ASC, SLCN, ADHD) and associated strategies
  • Strong interpersonal skills, able to communicate effectively with pupils, staff, and families
  • Resilient, nurturing, and patient, with a genuine commitment to improving pupil outcomes
  • Able to follow school safeguarding procedures and work collaboratively within a team

Why Work with Long Term Futures?

  • Permanent placement option after 20 weeks
  • Ongoing support from experienced consultants
  • Long-term and permanent placements only! NO SUPPLY
  • Travel contributions to ease your commute
  • Access to FREE online CPD training when joining.

Interested in joining a school where your support will make a daily impact?
Click apply now or contact Laine at Long Term Futures to find out more about the role or how we can support your job search