SEN Teaching Assistant

Description:

SEN Teaching Assistant – Croydon Primary School

A well-regarded primary school in Croydon is seeking a thoughtful and committed SEN Teaching Assistant to join the school from September. This school has built a reputation for being exceptionally well run, with a calm and purposeful environment where pupils are known as individuals and staff feel genuinely supported. One of the clearest signs of this is the school’s very low staff turnover, with many teachers and support staff choosing to remain for years because of the positive culture and leadership stability. The SEN Teaching Assistant will work closely with pupils who require additional support, helping them access learning confidently within a nurturing and structured setting. This role offers excellent experience for graduates considering careers in teaching, educational psychology, speech and language, or SEN support.

The school has a strong sense of community, with close relationships between families, staff, and pupils helping create a welcoming atmosphere throughout the building. As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work alongside experienced SEN professionals who are committed to helping support staff develop their skills and confidence over time. The SEN provision is carefully organised, ensuring pupils receive consistent support while staff benefit from clear guidance and collaborative working practices. Leaders understand the importance of retaining good staff and actively invest in wellbeing, training, and professional development opportunities. This SEN Teaching Assistant role provides meaningful, hands-on experience within a school where support staff are genuinely valued.

Key Highlights:

* SEN Teaching Assistant – full-time position starting September 2026

* Daily rate approximately £95–£110 depending on experience

* Croydon, South London primary school location

* Ofsted-rated Good school with inclusive SEN provision

* Long-term role with opportunities for future progression

* Stable staffing team with exceptionally low turnover

* Strong pastoral culture and close-knit school community

* Excellent preparation for careers in SEN, psychology, or teaching

What You’ll Be Doing:

* Supporting pupils with additional learning and emotional needs

* Delivering targeted interventions inside and outside the classroom

* Encouraging independence, communication, and social development

* Assisting teachers with adapting learning activities where appropriate

* Recording pupil progress and contributing to support strategies

* Helping create calm, positive learning environments throughout the day

Ideal Candidate for this Croydon School:

* Graduate with an interest in SEN, psychology, or education

* Calm, patient, and emotionally intelligent communicator

* Comfortable supporting pupils with varying additional needs

* Keen to develop practical experience within a primary setting

* Previous SEN or child-based experience beneficial but not essential

* Able to commit fully to a long-term SEN Teaching Assistant role

Why Join this Croydon School?

* Leadership team has created a stable and highly supportive working culture

* Staff wellbeing is prioritised alongside pupil achievement and development

* Inclusive ethos ensures SEN pupils receive thoughtful, structured support

* Families are highly engaged and contribute to the school’s community feel

* Experienced SEN staff provide strong mentoring for graduates and newcomers

* Low staff turnover reflects how positively staff view working at the school

How to Apply:

If you are looking to gain substantial SEN experience within a well-supported primary school, apply now for this SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity in Croydon. Interviews will be arranged shortly for shortlisted candidates.

This SEN Teaching Assistant position offers the chance to develop valuable school-based experience within a settled and welcoming environment. It is the kind of school where staff build lasting careers and graduates gain experience that genuinely shapes their future direction