SEN TA – SEMH

Chalk Education
Published
January 13, 2026
Location
Central London, United Kingdom
Category
Primary  
Job Type

Description

A supportive and inclusive primary school in the Streatham area of South London is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time, long-term basis, with the opportunity to move into a permanent role for the right candidate.

This role is ideal for someone passionate about supporting children with additional needs and helping them reach their full potential in a nurturing school environment.

The Role:

  • Providing 1:1 and small group support for pupils with special educational needs, including ASD, ADHD, speech and language needs, and learning difficulties

  • Supporting pupils both inside and outside of the classroom

  • Implementing strategies from EHCPs and working closely with the class teacher and SENCo

  • Assisting with behaviour regulation and emotional support

  • Helping to create a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment

The Ideal Candidate:

  • Experience working with children with SEN in a school or similar setting (essential)

  • A patient, calm, and empathetic approach

  • Ability to build strong, trusting relationships with pupils

  • Strong communication and teamwork skills

  • Eligible to work in the UK and available for an immediate start

About the School:

  • Ofsted-rated “Good”, with strengths highlighted in:

    • A strong culture of inclusion and safeguarding

    • Positive relationships between staff and pupils

    • Well-supported SEN provision

    • A caring, child-centred ethos

  • Supportive leadership team with a clear commitment to SEN

  • Collaborative staff environment and access to specialist support

What’s on Offer:

  • Full-time position (Monday–Friday)

  • Long-term role with temp-to-perm potential

  • Competitive daily rate, paid weekly

  • Ongoing training and professional development

  • Immediate start available

If you are an experienced and committed SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a long-term opportunity in a welcoming South London primary school, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to be considered for an immediate start.

About Chalk

At Chalk our direction, and long-term target, is to be the top specialist education agency out there, providing bespoke staffing solutions to schools and education provisions across the UK. We offer a personal service to all of our candidates, listening to your individual needs and taking into account your special requirements.

We recruit SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) staff for both mainstream schools, Special Needs Schools and alternative provisions, filling short-term, long-term and permanent vacancies. If you are looking for an honest, professional and committed attitude, then give Chalk a chance to earn your trust.

For more info please contact Reiss on 0203 657 8329.

The Legal Bit

Chalk is an education recruitment agency committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. Chalk promotes equal opportunities and diversity for employees, workers, and applicants. We follow new GDPR laws to ensure the protection and privacy of your data.

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