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Drama Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment
Posted 5 hours ago, valid for 9 days
Location

London, Greater London SE12 0TX, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • A large and successful school in Lewisham is seeking a Teaching Assistant/Drama Specialist to join their team in September 2025.
  • The school caters to students aged 5 to 11 with complex needs, including moderate and severe learning disabilities.
  • Candidates must have experience supporting young people with special needs, and a passion for Drama and acting is essential.
  • The role requires a caring and professional approach, with responsibilities including assisting in the Drama classroom and supporting students' communication and emotional needs.
  • The salary for this position is competitive, and candidates should have previous support work experience, ideally as a Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant.

The large and successful school based in Lewisham are looking for Teaching Assistant/Drama Specialist to join them 5 days a week, in September 2025.

This Lewisham based school cater for students from 5 to 11 years old with complex needs, including moderate and severe learning disabilities (MLD/SLD). Their vision, values and aims are embedded by pupils, parents, Governors and colleagues to enable as much inclusion in society as possible. The school and staff aim to give their pupils the skills and experience so that they can find meaningful employment, be that paid or voluntary. The curriculum is highly personalised and creative, they aim to develop pupil voice throughout all the activities and lessons.

The Lewisham SEN School are looking for a Drama Specialist, you will be working in the Drama room with a range of ages and needs. It is important that you not only have experience working with SEN but also have a basic knowledge and love for Drama/acting.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assisting within the Drama classroom
  • Collaborating with teachers and other staff to provide a safe and nurturing environment for students
  • Assisting with communication needs and promoting positive behaviour
  • Supporting students with physical and emotional needs

Essential requirements:

  • Experience supporting young people with special needs, ASC / MLD / SLD
  • Previous support work, TA or LSA work within a school or other child related experience.
  • Enthusiastic, positive and friendly approach.
  • A caring and professional manner, willing to support with the personal care of pupils.
  • Must have legal right to work in the UK.

For more information on the school location and role, please contact Lowri at Tradewind today on (option 4 for SEND) or email me on and I will welcome your enquiries.

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