Horizon Teachers is looking for a caring and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a friendly Primary School in Lewisham to work within their Year 4 class.

As a Teaching Assistant you will be working closely with a child in their Year 4 class that has Special Educational Needs and requires support within lessons. You will be required to work with them on a 1:1 basis to assist the class teacher in managing their behaviour and keeping them engaged in lessons and class activities.

This school prides itself on creating a nurturing environment that helps children succeed and have the best start to their educational journey.

This is a long-term Teaching Assistant role until the end of the school year, starting in January 2026 until July on a full-time basis – with the potential to continue in this position in the next academic year.

The ideal candidate will:

Have experience working with children with SEND as a Teaching Assistant. Be patient, caring, and committed to helping children reach their potential. Be able to support learning both 1:1 and in small groups. Have experience supporting children with challenging behaviour. Have good communication and teamwork skills. Be reliable, enthusiastic, and positive in their approach.

Why work with Horizon Teachers as a Teaching Assistant?

A team of specialist education consultants, many with teaching experience We are one of the highest rated agencies with 4.9* Google review rating from teachers, support staff and schools we have helped previously. Support and guidance throughout your job search and interviews You will be paid the permanent equivalent for the job after 12 weeks, and in many cases from day one Earn up to £300 in vouchers of your choice for successful referrals!

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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