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SEN Teaching Assistant: Primary School
📍 Mitcham, South London
📅 Start Date: ASAP / Flexible
A welcoming and inclusive mainstream primary school in Mitcham is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team. This is a rewarding opportunity to work closely with pupils who have additional needs, helping them thrive both academically and emotionally within a nurturing school environment.
The Role
- Full-time SEN Teaching Assistant position
- Providing 1:1 and small group support for pupils with special educational needs (e.g. ASD, ADHD, speech and language needs)
- Assisting the class teacher with adapting learning materials and activities
- Supporting pupils' social, emotional and behavioural development
- Helping to create a positive, inclusive classroom environment
- Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCO, and external professionals
The Ideal Candidate
- Experience working with children with SEN (school-based or relevant setting)
- Patient, empathetic and nurturing approach
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
- Proactive, reliable and committed to supporting individual needs
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The School Offers
- Supportive leadership and experienced SEN team
- Inclusive, child-centred ethos
- Ongoing training and CPD opportunities in SEN
- Well-resourced classrooms and intervention spaces
- A welcoming and collaborative staff team
This role would suit someone passionate about making a real difference in children's lives, whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant or looking to build a career in education and SEN support.
Reeson Education
Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the core values of honesty, integrity and excellence.
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We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.
At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across England. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.
Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%.
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