SEN Teaching Assistant

£89 - £110 per day, Benefits: Local to a mainline train station
Inner London, Inner London - South East, Inner London - South West
Long term
Start date: February 2026
Are you passionate about supporting primary aged children with Special Educational Needs?

Horizon Teachers are looking for an experienced and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant to join a Primary school in Wandsworth on a long-term basis. You’ll be supporting children with additional needs on a 1:1 basis, as well as supporting small groups of children across a range of year groups.
 
Key Responsibilities
  • 1:1 and group support for children aged 4 – 11 years.
  • Use effective approaches to resolving conflict and promote positive behaviour to encourage a calm, safe learning environment.
  • Work with the class teacher, teaching assistants and wider inclusion team to deliver engaging, differentiated learning experiences.
  • Encourage independence, confidence, and resilience in all pupils.

About You
  • Proven experience supporting children with SEND in a school setting
  • Comfortable with personal care
  • A genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning
  • Empathy, resilience, and excellent communication skills
  • A proactive, positive approach and a collaborative mindset

Why Join Horizon Teachers?
  • A team of specialist education consultants many of whom are ex-teachers offering tailored guidance and ongoing support
  • Up to £150 in vouchers for successful referrals
  • 4.8-star Google rating from teachers, support staff, and schools who value our commitment and care
  • Full interview preparation, honest feedback, and support at every stage of your job search



Operam Education Group includes Provide Education | Teachers UK | Provision Recruitment | The Education Specialists | First for Education | Horizon Teachers | Key Stage Teacher Supply
 
We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.
 
As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.