Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant - KS1 SEN Support

Location: Lambeth, South London
Start Date: 2nd November 2026
Contract: Full-time, long-term
Pay: £100-£120 per day, depending on experience

A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Lambeth is looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join its Key Stage 1 team from 2nd November.

This is an opportunity for an enthusiastic and supportive individual who enjoys working with younger pupils and is passionate about helping children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) access learning, build confidence and develop independence.

The Role

Working alongside the class teacher and SENCO, you will provide targeted support to pupils across KS1, helping them engage with lessons and make progress.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing one-to-one and small-group SEN support in Key Stage 1
• Helping pupils access the curriculum through adapted activities and resources
• Supporting early literacy, phonics and numeracy
• Encouraging positive behaviour, emotional regulation and classroom engagement
• Supporting pupils with communication, social and developmental needs
• Helping children develop confidence and independence
• Following individual learning plans and agreed support strategies
• Working closely with teachers and the SENCO to maintain consistent support
• Contributing to a calm, inclusive and positive classroom environment

About You

The school is looking for a patient, proactive and reliable KS1 Teaching Assistant who can build positive relationships and adapt their approach to meet individual needs.

Ideally, you will have:

• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or SEN Teaching Assistant
• Experience supporting children with SEND in a primary school
• An understanding of the needs of pupils in KS1
• Confidence supporting learning and promoting positive behaviour
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A nurturing approach and genuine commitment to inclusion

Experience supporting pupils with ASD, ADHD, speech and language needs or SEMH would be particularly beneficial.

Why Apply?

• Full-time Teaching Assistant - KS1 SEN Support role in Lambeth
• Start date: 2nd November 2026
• £100-£120 per day, depending on experience
• Long-term opportunity
• Supportive primary school environment
• Valuable experience working with pupils with additional needs
• Opportunity to work closely with the class teacher and SENCO
• Reeson Education support throughout your placement

Apply Now

If you're an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant or SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a new KS1 opportunity in Lambeth, we'd love to hear from you.

Start date: 2nd November 2026 - apply today.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is the 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 cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

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 the UK. 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%