SEMH/SEND Teaching Assistant — 1:1 & Small Groups

Randstad UK; London Borough of Croydon; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Life cover

Counselling services

24/7 Virtual GP

Gym discounts

Eyecare

Flexible working

Enhanced parental leave

Cycle-to-work

Season ticket loans

Blue Light Card

Discounts for Teachers

Car leasing

Costco Membership

Job summary

Randstad UK is seeking an experienced teaching assistant to join a specialist school in Croydon on a supply basis. The role focuses on 1:1 and small group interventions to help students overcome emotional obstacles and re-engage with education.

Responsibilities include supporting teachers with classroom management, lesson preparation, and learning activities while maintaining a calm, inclusive environment. Strong communication and resilience are essential.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English and Maths at grade C/4 or above or equivalent.
• Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable.
• Experience working with children or young people, preferably SEMH/SEND or alternative provision.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted academic and behavioural support to individual pupils or small groups.
• Assist class teachers with classroom management, lesson preparation and learning activities.
• Help create a calm, structured and inclusive learning environment.
• Support pupils with emotional self-control and conflict resolution using positive behaviour strategies.
• Monitor student progress and report achievements or challenges to teaching staff.
• Escort and support pupils during lunch breaks, physical activities and school trips.

Skills

Strong communication

Emotional resilience

Proactive approach

Education

GCSE English & Maths C/4

Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant

Job description

Randstad UK is seeking an experienced teaching assistant to join a specialist school in Croydon on a supply basis. The role focuses on 1:1 and small group interventions to help students overcome emotional obstacles and re-engage with education.

Responsibilities include supporting teachers with classroom management, lesson preparation, and learning activities while maintaining a calm, inclusive environment. Strong communication and resilience are essential.