SEN Teaching Assistant - Year 6 (Lambeth Primary School)
| Posting date: | 28 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £100.0 to £110.0 per day |
| Additional salary information: | Per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 February 2026 |
| Location: | Lambeth, London, SW9 8HE |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 4765901_1769616224 |
Summary
Full‑time | Long‑term | £100-£110 per day | February Half‑Term Start
A vibrant, inclusive primary school in Lambeth is seeking a dedicated Year 6 SEN Teaching Assistant to join their supportive Upper KS2 team immediately after the February half term.
About the School
This is a warm, community‑driven school with a strong focus on inclusion and pupil wellbeing. The leadership team is hands‑on, supportive, and fully committed to helping every child achieve their potential. The Year 6 team is energetic, structured, and highly collaborative, an excellent environment for both professional growth and impact.
The Role
You will be supporting pupils in Year 6 with a range of additional needs, including:
- Autism and social‑communication needs
- ADHD and attention regulation
- Learning delays and working‑memory support
- Emotional regulation and confidence building
- Preparation for the move to secondary school
- The role includes in‑class support, small‑group intervention, and some 1:1 work, depending on pupil needs.
The School Is Looking For
- Experience supporting KS2 or Upper KS2 pupils
- Strong behaviour‑management skills and a calm, reassuring approach
- Ability to deliver targeted interventions
- Someone proactive, reliable and able to work closely with the class teacher & SENCO
- A passion for helping children thrive academically and emotionally
What You'll Gain
- Supportive leadership and a collaborative Year 6 team
- Consistent role leading up to SATs and secondary transition
- A chance to make a meaningful impact at a crucial stage
- Excellent transport links across Lambeth and South London
- Ongoing CPD and training opportunities
What you need to do now
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