SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Greenwich, South East London
Job Type: Full-Time / Long-Term
Salary: Competitive Daily Rate
Recruiter: Reed Education

Support, Inspire and Make a Lasting Difference

Reed Education is working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Greenwich to recruit a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant.

This is a fantastic opportunity to support students with a range of additional needs within a thriving secondary school environment. The school is committed to ensuring all students have the support they need to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally, and is seeking a compassionate and proactive individual to join its SEND team.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide support to students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) in lessons and around the school.
• Deliver 1:1 and small group interventions to help students access the curriculum.
• Work closely with teachers, the SENCO, and pastoral staff to implement individual support strategies.
• Support students' academic progress, confidence, and independence.
• Assist with managing behaviour positively and effectively in line with school policies.
• Encourage engagement, participation, and inclusion across all aspects of school life.
• Adapt resources and activities to meet the individual needs of students.

The Ideal Candidate

To be considered for this role, you will have:

• Experience working with children or young people with Special Educational Needs.
• A patient, empathetic, and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and parents.
• A genuine passion for supporting young people to overcome barriers to learning.
• Experience within a secondary school setting is desirable but not essential.

What Reed Education Offers

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Access to a wide range of education opportunities across London.
• Dedicated support from experienced education consultants.
• Free CPD and professional development opportunities.
• The opportunity to work within a supportive and inclusive secondary school environment.
• Potential for a long-term placement for the right candidate.

Apply Today

If you are a committed and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in a Greenwich secondary school, we would love to hear from you.

Join Reed Education and play a key role in helping young people flourish both inside and outside the classroom.

To apply, please submit your CV today or contact Reed Education for further information.

Reed Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks in line with safer recruitment practices.