Reception SEN Teaching Assistant - Lambeth Primary

1st September start
Full Time
Posted about 4 hours ago
Expiring 17th July
Lambeth, London
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Role Name: Reception SEN Teaching Assistant Availability Required: Full Time We are currently seeking a Reception SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team at a primary school located in Lambeth. As a Primary Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the classroom teacher and students to ensure a positive and inclusive learning environment. About the Role: - Provide support to students with special educational needs in the reception class - Assist the classroom teacher with planning and delivering lessons - Help with classroom management and behaviour support - Work with individual students or small groups to provide additional support - Support students with their personal care and wellbeing Requirements: - Relevant experience working with children, particularly those with special educational needs - Strong communication and interpersonal skills - Ability to work well as part of a team - A patient and caring nature - A valid DBS check or willingness to obtain one At Zen Educate, we believe in **work-life balance** for our teachers and teaching assistants. We offer **better pay** rates than traditional supply agencies and provide **hands-on support** to help you find the right role for you. Join our community of educators and start making a difference today.
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On behalf of the children, staff and Governors, I would like to warmly welcome you to this primary school and Children’s Centre. Our values are founded on the belief that every child deserves the very best start in life, with access to outstanding educational opportunities that inspire a lifelong love of learning. Our motto is ‘Yes We Can’, which embodies our positive attitude and underpins everything we do. We are committed to excelling, inspiring minds, exceeding expectations, and preparing children for an exciting future in a rapidly changing world. We take pride in our diverse community and value each child as an individual, working closely with parents and families to support their development. Our goal is to create an inspirational environment that fosters confidence, high academic achievement, physical health, and emotional well-being. We strongly believe that education is a partnership between the school, the child, and their family. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please do not hesitate to contact us for more information or to arrange a visit.

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    Posted about 11 hours ago
  • Year 4 Class Teaching Assistant - Sutton Primary
    Primary school in SuttonPart Time
    1 Sep 2026 - 16 Jul 2027
    Year 4 SEN Teaching Assistant – Mornings Only! Location: South West London Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM (Term-time only) Contract Type: Part-time, Long-term About the Role Are you looking for a rewarding role in education that offers the perfect work-life balance? A welcoming and inclusive primary school in South West London is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their Year 4 team. This is a mornings-only position, making it ideal for parents, students, or anyone looking for impactful part-time work. You will be providing tailored support to a child in Year 4 with Special Educational Needs (SEN), helping them engage with the curriculum, build confidence, and thrive in the classroom. Key Responsibilities Provide targeted 1:1 or small-group support for a Year 4 pupil with SEN during morning lessons. Adapt learning materials and activities to match the pupil’s specific learning plan. Work collaboratively with the Year 4 class teacher and the SENDCo to track progress. Foster an inclusive, positive, and safe learning environment. Help the pupil manage emotional regulation and stay focused on tasks. What We Are Looking For Experience: Previous experience supporting children with SEN (e.g., ASD, ADHD, or Speech & Language needs) is highly desirable. Mindset: Patient, empathetic, and resilient with a genuine passion for inclusive education. Communication: Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with school staff and connect with the pupil. Reliability: Consistency is key for this pupil, so we need someone committed to the 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM schedule every weekday. Compliance: A valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one immediately). Why Apply Through Zen Educate? We do things differently. Zen Educate is a platform connecting teachers and TAs directly with schools, cutting out the middleman. Higher Pay: We pay our educators fairly by charging schools less. Hassle-Free: Manage your profile, calendar, and timesheets easily through our intuitive app. Supportive Onboarding: A dedicated consultant will guide you through the process quickly and transparently. How to Apply If you are ready to make a real difference in a child's education while keeping your afternoons free, apply today through the Zen platform!
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    Posted 1 day ago
  • SEN Teaching Assistant - Tower Hamlets Secondary
    Secondary school in Tower HamletsFull Time
    7 Sep 2026 - 23 Jul 2027
    Summary: We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Secondary Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant school community in Tower Hamlets. This full-time role offers an initial trial period of 1–2 weeks, leading to an ongoing placement, and provides an opportunity to support our students in a way that aligns with the school's ethos of fostering inclusive, respectful, and supportive learning environments. The successful candidate will work closely with our pupils, particularly supporting one student with personal care needs, ensuring their dignity, safety, and well-being are at the heart of everything they do. This role is open to male or female candidates committed to making a positive difference within a secondary school setting. Key Responsibilities: - Provide 1:1 pastoral and personal care support to an individual student, ensuring their needs are met with sensitivity and respect. - Assist with toileting, feeding, and other personal care tasks as required, maintaining dignity and confidentiality at all times. - Support safe transfers and positioning, including the use of hoists where necessary, in line with health and safety guidelines. - Collaborate closely with school SEN staff to deliver consistent, individualised support that promotes the student’s well-being and independence. - Support classroom activities as directed, ensuring the student’s comfort and participation in school routines. - Contribute to maintaining a safe and caring environment that reflects the school’s values of inclusion, respect, and holistic development. Candidate Profile: - Prior experience in personal care is essential, with familiarity in supporting individuals with diverse needs. - Experience in hoist and manual handling techniques is a strong advantage. - Patient, calm, and comfortable performing intimate care duties with sensitivity. - Background in teaching assistant roles, healthcare, or care fields is welcome. - Demonstrates strong communication skills and a respectful approach to supporting students with additional needs. Compliance: - An Enhanced DBS check is required to ensure the safety of our students. - Manual handling certification is desirable; training needs will be confirmed during the trial period. Why Join Zen Educate? At Zen Educate, we understand the importance of work-life balance for teachers and teaching assistants. Whether you are looking for better pay, more flexibility in your schedule, or hands-on support to help you find the right role, we are here to support you every step of the way. Join our platform today and let us help you take the next step in your career.
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    Posted 1 day ago
  • General Cover Cover Supervisor - Tower Hamlets Secondary
    Secondary school in Tower HamletsFull Time
    7 Sep 2026 - 23 Jul 2027
    Purpose - To supervise classes during short-term teacher absence, in line with the school's cover procedures, maintaining an orderly and constructive working environment - To support security and the smooth, calm movement of pupils around the school throughout the day Role overview A mixed cover and behaviour role supporting the smooth running of the school day. The successful candidates will split their time between covering lessons and supporting whole-school behaviour management. Key responsibilities Cover Supervisor duties * Covering lessons in the absence of subject teachers, supervising pre-prepared work in line with school policy * Managing whole-class behaviour while pupils complete set work, in accordance with the school's behaviour policy * Responding to pupil questions about set work and collecting completed work to return to the class/subject teacher * Reporting back on pupil behaviour and any issues arising during the lesson * Dealing with and reporting immediate problems or emergencies per school policy Behaviour management * Supporting behaviour patrols around the school site, ensuring pupils are in class * Escorting pupils who are out of lessons to their appropriate classroom * Supervising toilet/playground areas at lesson changeovers to facilitate rapid transitions * Supervising break and lunchtime areas (restaurant, toilets, playground/garden) to ensure health and safety standards are met * Supervising detentions and supporting staff and students in the reflection/exclusion room * Welcoming visitors and supervising student exit/re-entry at lunchtime * Assisting with end-of-day dismissal and supervising the front door area for school security * Making phone calls home regarding student behaviour and attendance * Updating school behaviour logs and recording incidents onto the database * Building positive relationships with students to support engagement and conduct * Acting as a First Aider as required * Completing administrative tasks as required Candidate profile * Experience working in a secondary school setting, ideally within Newham/Tower Hamlets * TA or cover supervisor experience preferred * Confident managing behaviour and de-escalating situations * Comfortable working across a varied timetable
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    Posted 1 day ago

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Roles

What roles do you cover?

We help Teachers, Teaching Assistants, and Cover Supervisors find work. We work with all types of schools and help with short-term, long-term and permanent roles. Many of our long-term roles convert to permanent roles. We make it far easier than a traditional agency for teachers to convert temporary positions into permanent ones.

What areas do you cover?

We work with over 400 schools in London, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol and Leeds.

How much work is there?

Generally speaking, we have consistently high demand for daily supply teachers in Greater London, Manchester Birmingham, Bristol and Leeds. Teaching assistant work is generally higher for long-term roles rather than daily supply cover.

Do you have primary, secondary or nursery jobs?

Yes. We can help with daily supply and long-term jobs in nurseries, primary schools and secondary schools. We don't typically have jobs in further education or college.

Do you have work for cover supervisors, invigilators, or school administrators?

While the majority of our work is for teachers and teaching assistants, we do also have work for cover supervisors and invigilators. Explain what you are looking for when you sign up and our team will help you.

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How is Zen different from a recruitment agency?

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