Details:
- Salary: £92 - 105 - Day
- Job Type: Contract
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Day
- Location: Croydon Greater London
- Date: 20 hours ago
Description:
Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant's
Location: Croydon
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Long-term | Full-time (Monday–Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm)
We are recruiting a committed and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant's to join a specialist independent school in Croydon on a long-term basis from April. This is a full-time role, working Monday to Friday during school hours.
The school supports children aged 3–19 with severe and complex learning and communication needs, offering a structured, nurturing, and child-centred environment. As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will work within a specialist setting, supporting pupils to engage with learning, develop communication skills, and build confidence and independence.
The Role:
* Providing 1:1 and small group support for pupils with complex SEND
* Supporting individualised learning programmes and sensory-based activities
* Assisting pupils with communication, emotional regulation, and social interaction
* Supporting with personal care when required
* Working closely with teachers, therapists, and wider support staff to meet pupil needs
The Ideal Candidate:
* Experience working with children with SEND including ADHD ASD etc is highly desirable
* A patient, caring, and resilient approach to supporting learning
* Confidence working with Early Years and primary-aged pupils
* Willingness to support with personal care tasks
* A strong commitment to safeguarding and child welfare
This is a rewarding opportunity for a SEND Teaching Assistant who is passionate about making a positive impact within a specialist education setting and supporting children with additional needs to thrive.
Apply today to find out more about this opportunity