Teaching Assistant
5 days ago
Lewisham
Location - Lewisham, South-East London Start date - October until July 2026 Full-time basis Pay rate - £89 - £115 per day Horizon Teachers is partnering with a warm, inclusive Primary School in Lewisham, seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to work 1:1 with a pupil in Year 3 who has learning difficulties. The successful candidate will provide tailored support to help the child access the curriculum, develop confidence, and make progress across all areas of learning. This is a highly rewarding role, offering both professional growth and the chance to make a real difference in a child's educational journey. This role is starting in October and will continue until July 2026 on a full-time basis, offering up to £575 per week. Key Responsibilities • Provide one-to-one support to the Year 3 pupil, adapting resources and support as needed., • Assist in planning and delivering differentiated tasks with the class teacher to meet the pupil's individual needs., • Support the pupil in accessing class lessons, small group work and activities., • Help reinforce speech, language and communication targets, where required., • Monitor and record pupil progress, feeding back to class teacher and SENCo., • Support behaviour management and help maintain a calm, positive learning environment., • Assist with general classroom duties, resource preparation, and supporting other pupils as needed when appropriate. What We're Looking For • Previous experience working in a primary school setting., • Experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs, particularly learning difficulties / speech & language needs., • Strong communication skills; able to build rapport quickly with children and with teaching staff., • Ability to work well both independently (1:1) and within a team., • Patience, resilience, flexibility, and a positive attitude. What the School Offers • A welcoming, supportive school community committed to inclusion and individual progress., • Opportunities for training and professional development, especially around SEN and support strategies., • A chance to make meaningful impact helping the child grow academically, socially, and emotionally. Why Join Horizon Teachers? • Horizon Teachers is committed to ensuring our staff are happy in their roles, please look at our 4.8 star rated google reviews., • Specialist support throughout the recruitment process., • Free certified safeguarding training for all Teaching Assistants, • We strive to match candidates with roles that suit their skills and career goals.