Sen Teaching Assistant
| Company: | TeacherActive Ltd |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £90 to £100 a day |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | SE15 |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 7 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 7 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Peckham, South East London
Start Date: Immediate Start
Salary: £90 - £100 per day (depending on experience)
Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with special educational needs?
Do you have experience working with autism, learning difficulties or complex needs?
Are you patient, adaptable and confident supporting pupils with additional needs?
TeacherActive are recruiting for experienced
SEN Teaching Assistants to work within specialist SEND settings across
Southwark.
We work with schools supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, which may include
autism (ASC), severe learning difficulties (SLD), profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), communication needs, sensory needs and physical disabilities.
As an
SEN Teaching Assistant, you may be required to provide 1:1 and small-group support, assist pupils with accessing learning, promote independence and communication, and work closely with teachers and other professionals to meet individual pupil needs.
The successful SEN Teaching Assistant will have:
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Previous experience supporting pupils with SEND
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A patient, caring and resilient approach
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Strong communication and relationship-building skills
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Confidence supporting pupils with complex needs
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A good understanding of safeguarding
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Personal care experience would be beneficial
In return for the above, you can expect to receive:
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A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7
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CPD courses and certificates through our ‘My-Progression’ brand
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Market-leading rates of pay
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A variety of SEND opportunities
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Referral scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend
Terms and Conditions apply
Our staff are paid on a
PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance, with no admin charges coming out of your hard-earned cash.
If you are interested in working as an
SEN Teaching Assistant in Southwark, click
‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch.
Email:
rebecca.bentum@teacheractive.com
Contact Number: 0207 858 6655
About TeacherActive
TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.
Equal Opportunities Statement
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.
Safeguarding and DBS Compliance
Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
