SEN Teaching Assistant
| Job Type | Contract (Long Term) |
| Location | Deptford, London |
| Area | South East London, UK |
| Sector | Primary Education - Support Staff |
| Salary | £105 - £120 per day |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | KS/68YHGU_1750166559 |
| Job Views | 16 |
- Description
SEN Teaching Assistant - Mainstream Primary School (SEN Provision) Location: Deptford Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term | Monday to Friday Start Date: ASAP Pay: £105- 120 a day
Veritas Education is working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive mainstream primary school in the Deptford area, which is seeking a committed and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join their internal SEN provision.
The Role: The successful candidate will support children with a range of special educational needs including Autism (ASD), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs. You will work closely with the SENCO and class teachers to implement EHCP strategies, deliver targeted interventions, and help each pupil reach their full potential in a safe and supportive environment.
Responsibilities include:
- Providing one-to-one and small group support
- Supporting learning activities tailored to individual needs
- Managing behaviour and promoting emotional regulation
- Building strong, positive relationships with pupils and staff
- Monitoring progress and contributing to reviews and planning meetings
The Ideal Candidate:
- Experience working with children with SEN, ideally in a school setting
- Confident in supporting pupils with communication needs and challenging behaviour
- Patient, calm, and empathetic, with strong interpersonal skills
- Familiarity with strategies such as PECS, Makaton, sensory circuits, or Zones of Regulation is an advantage
- Committed to safeguarding and promoting pupil wellbeing
The School Offers:
- A supportive team and well-structured SEN provision
- Ongoing professional development and training
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in pupils' lives
- Potential for a permanent role
If you are passionate about SEN support and are looking for a rewarding role within a primary school environment, we would love to hear from you.
To apply, please send your CV or contact Veritas Education for further details on 02030266150.
Veritas Education is committed to the safeguarding of children and young people. All applicants must undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide suitable references in line with safer recruitment practices.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview
Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'
