Location - Lewisham, South-East London
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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 childs 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 pupils 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 Were 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?
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* 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.