Ortus Recruitment is currently seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Special Needs Teaching Assistant to join one of our welcoming partner mainstream primary schools, located just a 10-minute walk from Streatham Hill Station. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and wants to make a positive impact in an inclusive school environment.

The school has been recognised with a ‘Good’ Ofsted rating and is committed to providing high-quality education and support for every pupil. They are looking for a proactive and compassionate individual to become a valued member of their team from September 2026.This is a full-time position, working Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:00pm, on a long-term basis with the potential to secure a permanent role.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• A creative, patient, and adaptable approach to supporting children’s learning and development.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative school team.
• Excellent time management, reliability, and attendance.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Previous experience supporting children in a school or educational setting, or transferable experience working with young people through:
  • Youth clubs
  • Private nannying
  • Sports coaching
  • Voluntary work
  • Childminding
  • Tutoring
  • Other child-focused roles

Qualifications:

A degree in a relevant subject is desirable, including but not limited to:

• Psychology
• English
• Maths
• Science
• Performing Arts
• Education

Please note: We also welcome applications from candidates with other degree backgrounds or relevant qualifications and experience working with children.

Benefits:

• £93 – £110 per day PAYE (no umbrella company or hidden deductions)
• Weekly pay
• Opportunities for career progression within education
• Long-term placements through our partner primary schools
• Potential to secure a permanent contract
• Access to additional placement opportunities through our holiday camp partners
• Competitive employee referral scheme

If you are looking to begin or continue your career in education and would like to join a supportive school where you can make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today by submitting your up-to-date CV for consideration.

SEN Teaching Assistant | Streatham Hill | £93 – £110 PAYE | Full Time | September 2026 Start

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