Position: Primary Teaching Assistant
Location: Southwark
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30 – 16:30

About the Role:
Are you enthusiastic, motivated, and experienced in childcare? Do you have a genuine passion for working with children with special educational needs (SEN), particularly those with Autism? An outstanding OFSTED-rated school in Lambeth is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support to an Autistic child in a Year 3 class. The senior leadership team fosters a supportive and friendly atmosphere where both learners and staff can thrive.

Essential Skills Required:

• Genuine passion for supporting children with SEN
• Experience working with children with Autism/ADHD
• Enthusiasm for working with young children
• Ability to monitor and record a child’s progress
• Understanding of safeguarding children

Job Description:

• Unqualified SEN Teaching Assistant
• Supporting children with a range of SEN across year groups
• Working with children with Autism/ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and behavioral difficulties
• Primary school setting
• ASAP Start
• Full-Time & Long-Term
• Pay: £85 – £100 per day

Why Choose Ortus?

• Competitive pay, PAYE – No hidden agency/umbrella company fees
• Access to CPD courses and teacher training
• Career progression opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative environment
• Partnership with holidays for extra earning
• £100 referral bonus

The opportunity to make a difference to a child’s future is within your reach. To apply for the vacancy, please submit your application alongside your CV outlining any relevant experience. We look forward to hearing from you.