Impactful SEN Teaching Assistant - Long-Term (Croydon)

Prospero Teaching; Banstead; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a Special Needs Teaching Assistant for a long-term position at a SEND primary school in Croydon. The role focuses on providing tailored support to pupils with complex needs and closer collaboration with teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and families.

You will deliver 1:1 and small-group interventions, support EHCP targets, and help students develop independence and confidence in accessing learning. DBS checks are required for this important educational role.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEN or complex needs.
• Enhanced DBS required.
• Qualifications or training in SEN support preferred.
• Ability to work 1:1 and in small groups.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with complex learning, communication, and behavioural needs.
• Delivering 1:1 and small-group interventions.
• Assisting pupils with personal care where required.
• Implementing EHCP targets and behaviour support plans.
• Encouraging independence, engagement, and confidence.
• Working collaboratively with teaching and support staff.

Skills

SEN support experience

Strong communication skills

Patience and resilience

Relationship building

Education

Enhanced DBS

Job description

Prospero Teaching is seeking a Special Needs Teaching Assistant for a long-term position at a SEND primary school in Croydon. The role focuses on providing tailored support to pupils with complex needs and closer collaboration with teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and families.

You will deliver 1:1 and small-group interventions, support EHCP targets, and help students develop independence and confidence in accessing learning. DBS checks are required for this important educational role.