Position: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Peckham, South London
Pay Rate: £100–£130 per day, depending on experience
Contract Type: Full-time, term-time
Working Hours: Monday to Friday
Start Date: Immediate or next academic term

Introduction

A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Peckham, South London, is seeking a passionate and dedicated Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) to join their SEN support team. This role is ideal for individuals who want to make a real difference in the lives of children with a variety of learning, behavioural, and communication needs.

The SEN TA will work closely with class teachers, the SENCO, and external specialists to deliver one-to-one and small group support, implement individualised strategies, and help pupils access the curriculum, build skills, and develop confidence in a safe and nurturing environment.

About the School and Peckham Community

Peckham is a lively, diverse South London area with a thriving arts scene, excellent transport links, parks, and a strong sense of community. The school serves a highly diverse pupil population, representing many cultural, linguistic, and socio-economic backgrounds.

The school prides itself on inclusive education, where teaching assistants are central to delivering personalised support and creating an environment where every pupil can succeed. The SENCO coordinates interventions, monitors progress, and ensures each child’s unique needs are met, while TAs provide day-to-day support and guidance within classrooms and during social activities.

Key features of the school include:

• Experienced SENCO and specialist SEN team

• Structured, supportive classrooms designed to foster learning and emotional wellbeing

• Access to speech and language therapy, occupational therapy, and educational psychologists

• Focus on both academic achievement and social-emotional development

• Opportunities for CPD, mentoring, and career progression

The school provides a collaborative, supportive working culture that values staff wellbeing, with induction, training, and ongoing guidance.

Pupil Profiles and SEN Needs

The SEN TA will support pupils with a range of needs, including:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC): Support for social communication, structured routines, and sensory sensitivities

• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD): Guidance on focus, organisation, and self-regulation

• Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs: Assistance with emotional regulation, resilience, and social skills

• Speech, Language, and Communication Needs (SLCN): Targeted support to develop communication, vocabulary, and confidence

• Learning Delays: Additional support in literacy, numeracy, and accessing the curriculum

• Sensory Processing Needs: Individualised strategies or classroom adaptations to optimise learning

Support may be delivered one-to-one, in small groups, or integrated into whole-class lessons, depending on the pupil’s needs and SENCO guidance.

Key Responsibilities

The SEN TA’s responsibilities include:

• Providing personalised support to pupils with SEN to access learning effectively

• Supporting academic, social, and emotional development

• Collaborating with teachers to adapt lesson content, resources, and teaching strategies

• Implementing strategies from EHCPs, behaviour plans, and individual support plans

• Supporting pupils’ emotional regulation, behaviour, and social skills

• Encouraging positive peer interactions and communication

• Assisting with classroom transitions, playground supervision, and lunchtimes

• Observing, recording, and reporting pupil progress and behaviour

• Providing feedback to teachers, SENCOs, and external specialists

• Supporting personal care needs with dignity and respect

• Promoting independence while offering structured guidance

• Maintaining a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment

Patience, creativity, and adaptability are essential to succeed in this role.

The Ideal Candidate

The school seeks someone who is:

• Compassionate, patient, and empathetic

• Emotionally resilient and calm under pressure

• Confident supporting pupils with a variety of SEN needs

• Flexible and adaptable to changing classroom routines and pupil requirements

• A strong communicator and collaborative team player

• Committed to inclusion, equality, and pupil wellbeing

Previous SEN experience is desirable but not essential. Experience in care work, youth work, or behavioural support is also encouraged.

Training and Career Development

The school provides:

• SEN-specific CPD and professional development opportunities

• Safeguarding and behaviour management training

• Mentoring from experienced SEN staff

• Opportunities to progress to senior SEN TA or specialist roles

This role is ideal for individuals pursuing careers in teaching, occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, educational psychology, or child mental health services.

Why Work in Peckham?

Peckham is a vibrant, culturally rich, and well-connected South London area with parks, local amenities, and a strong sense of community. Working in this school provides hands-on experience with diverse SEN needs, opportunities for career development, and the rewarding experience of making a tangible difference in children’s lives.

The school culture is inclusive, collaborative, and supportive, providing both personal and professional fulfilment.

Safeguarding Statement

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks, references, and adherence to safeguarding procedures.

Application Process

If you are compassionate, patient, and committed to helping children with special educational needs succeed, please apply today for this SEN Teaching Assistant position in Peckham, South London.