Primary Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant - Croydon

Location: Croydon, CR0 - commutable from South Croydon, Thornton Heath, Purley and surrounding areas
Pay: £110-£125 per day
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Full-time
Contract: Long-term temporary with potential to become permanent

Long Term Futures is looking for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in Croydon, CR0 on a full-time, long-term basis.

You will support pupils with a range of additional needs, providing 1:1, small-group and classroom-based support. The focus will be on helping pupils access learning, develop their communication and independence, and feel confident and regulated throughout the school day.

We're looking for someone who is patient, proactive and able to adapt their approach depending on the individual needs of each pupil.

About the Role

Provide 1:1 and small-group SEN support

Support pupils with needs including Autism, ADHD, SEMH and Speech & Language difficulties

Adapt activities and resources to individual learning needs

Work towards targets outlined within pupils' EHCPs

Deliver targeted SEND interventions

Support communication, social interaction and independence

Help pupils manage sensory and emotional regulation

Use positive behaviour and de-escalation strategies where appropriate

Support structured routines and transitions

Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff

Work closely with teachers, SENCOs and other professionals

Ideal Candidate Profile

Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN/SEND

Confident providing individual 1:1 support

Understanding of Autism, ADHD, SEMH or communication needs

Calm and consistent when supporting pupils with dysregulated or challenging behaviour

Knowledge of PECS, Makaton, SALT strategies or visual supports would be beneficial

Able to build positive relationships while maintaining clear boundaries

Patient, resilient and adaptable

Available for a full-time, long-term position

Why Work with Long Term Futures?

£110-£125 per day

Full-time, long-term opportunity

Potential to progress into a permanent position

Free CPD covering SEND, Autism, Behaviour Management and Safeguarding

Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement

Long-term roles rather than day-to-day supply

Next Steps

If you're an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next full-time role in Croydon, apply today with your CV.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Hannah at Long Term Futures.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references

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