SEN Teaching Assistant - Southwark

SEN Teaching Assistant

- Peckham, South East London

- Mainstream primary school

- Permanent, Full time (32.5 hours per week)

- (Apply online only) per week

- April Start

A busy community primary school in Peckham, Southwark are seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant.

This is a full-time position working Monday to Friday during school term time. The working hours are 8.30am-3.30pm.

They have a community ethos, and benefits include free lunch everyday for all staff.

In this role, you will work one-on-one with a child who has complex learning needs, providing a nurturing, supportive, and safe environment. Your aim will be to encourage and motivate the child to reach their full potential. You will receive strong support from the Class Teacher and the wider staff team, making this position ideal for someone passionate about enhancing children's education and seeking a rewarding career in the education sector.

• Support the child's learning on a 1:1 basis, which may occasionally take place outside the main classroom setting.
• Experience working with children with SEND, particularly those with ASD, is essential.
• A calm, patient, and nurturing approach is required.
• Ability to use initiative and work independently is important.
• Strong communication skills are essential for effective collaboration.
• A good understanding of how children learn, along with previous experience in a similar role, will be highly beneficial.

Why Tempest Education?

• You can choose how you want to be paid, PAYE or Umbrella payroll
• We have been working with schools for over 14 years, with established relationships with schools all over London
• Free CPD including Safeguarding and Behaviour management training
• 500 Referral bonus for successful referrals.
• Online consultation and easy registration process, no need to travel to our office
• Full support to prepare you for your next role in a school.

If you are excited about the opportunity to work in a school that values creativity, inclusivity, and making a difference, please contact Lauren at Tempest Education to apply on (phone number removed) or