SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Greater London

SEN Teaching Assistant – Year 2
📍 Lambeth, South London
🕒 Full-time | Long-term
💼 Agency Placement | Immediate / ASAP Start

A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Lambeth is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils within a Year 2 classroom. This is a long-term role via the agency, ideal for someone passionate about helping children with additional needs thrive academically and socially.

This vibrant school has a strong focus on nurturing the whole child and provides excellent support for staff, with a collaborative leadership team and experienced SENCO.

The Role

You will work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to support pupils with additional learning needs within a Year 2 setting.

Key responsibilities include:

Providing 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND
Supporting children with communication, learning, or social/emotional needs
Adapting classroom activities to ensure pupils can access learning
Delivering targeted interventions in literacy and numeracy
Encouraging positive behaviour and emotional regulation
Monitoring progress and providing feedback to teaching staff
Helping to create a safe, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

Has experience working with primary-aged children, ideally KS1
Has supported pupils with SEND (e.g., ASD, ADHD, speech & language needs, SEMH)
Is patient, nurturing, and confident managing behaviour positively
Can build strong, trusting relationships with children
Works well as part of a team and takes initiative
Holds a relevant qualification (Level 2/3 TA, childcare, or similar – desirable but not essential) What the School Offers

Supportive senior leadership and SEN team
Clear behaviour systems and structured routines
A friendly, welcoming staff culture
Ongoing training and development opportunities

What the Agency Offers

Competitive daily pay
Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles
Access to CPD and safeguarding training

If you’re a caring and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant ready to make a real difference in a Year 2 class, we’d love to hear from you.

If interested, please apply today with an updated CV and a consultant will be in touch with further details