SEN Teaching Assistant (1:1 Support)

SEN Teaching Assistant (1:1 Support)
Location: Greenwich, London
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Only, 1 year fixed term through agency
Salary: Dependent on experience (based on Local Authority support staff pay scales) initially 88.56 - 99 per day

A welcoming and inclusive primary school in the Royal Borough of Greenwich is seeking to appoint a compassionate and committed Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a child with additional needs. This full-time role will begin in September 2025 and is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about making a real difference in a child's educational journey.
The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher, SENCO and external professionals to support the child's learning, emotional wellbeing and independence in a mainstream classroom setting. The school is looking for someone who is patient, adaptable and able to build a strong, trusting relationship with the child.
Key responsibilities include:

• Providing consistent 1:1 support tailored to the child's individual needs
  
• Assisting with learning activities in the classroom and during interventions
  
• Supporting the development of communication, social and emotional skills
  
• Implementing strategies outlined in the child's Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP)
  
• Working collaboratively with staff, parents and external agencies to ensure holistic support
  

The ideal candidate will:

• Have experience working with children with SEN, particularly in a 1:1 capacity (desirable but not essential)
  
• Be caring, patient and committed to helping children overcome barriers to learning
  
• Demonstrate good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
  
• Be proactive, resilient and able to use their initiative
  
• Be committed to safeguarding and inclusive practice
  

The school offers:

• A supportive and experienced SEN team and leadership structure
  
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
  
• A positive, nurturing environment with a strong emphasis on wellbeing
  
• Opportunities to be part of a school that values diversity, inclusion and collaboration
  
• Excellent transport links across London and a vibrant local community
  

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children with special educational needs and contributing to a caring and committed school team.

For more information about the role, contact Craig Sowden on (phone number removed) / (url removed)

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