SEN Teaching Assistant

Randstad NV; Croydon; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team-Teach training

Permanent full-time contract

Excellent facilities

Career progression

Job summary

Randstad Education in Croydon is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for a permanent, full-time role. The post is term-time only, with Monday–Friday hours and part-time consideration of a minimum 3 days per week.

The successful candidate will support learners aged 5–19 with complex needs including ASC and related difficulties, working in a OFSTED Outstanding special school with a creative curriculum and external activities.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at minimum level required.
• Right to work in the UK essential.
• SEN experience is desirable; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Support complex SEN learners 1:1, in small groups or whole class.
• Assist in delivering interactive lessons and outdoor activities.
• Collaborate with parents, carers and multi-agency teams on progress.
• Participate in department meetings, parents' evenings and training.

Skills

GCSE Maths/English

Communication

Patient approach

Flexibility

SEN experience

Education

GCSEs Maths & English

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Permanent Role

Location- Croydon

Term time only

Full time role (Monday-Friday) (Part time applicants will be considered a minimum 3 days a week)

Are you ready to join the number one specialist school in the county? Do you want to collaborate with an award-winning team to inspire a lifelong love for learning in young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?

If you want a rewarding career that empowers students to achieve fully independent living, this permanent teaching assistant opportunity near you is the perfect match for you.

The Position: Inclusive & Nurturing SEN Support

A warm, welcoming, and part-residential special needs school near you is seeking a fun, friendly, and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for a full-time, permanent position. This fully subscribed school supports learners aged 5 to 19 years with complex needs, including Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC), Asperger's, and associated learning difficulties.

Renowned for its pioneering child development strategies, the school has been awarded an OFSTED "Outstanding" rating. The site embraces an extensive, individually tailored creative curriculum that prioritises both academic growth and life skills, incorporating unique outdoor activities such as horse riding and equine therapy.

Key Job Information & Work Schedule

• Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant / Autism Support Worker


• Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent, Term time only


• Start Date: ASAP (Notice periods considered)

Employee Benefits & Career Progression

This leading specialist provision heavily invests in its staff, offering premium resources and clear pathways for internal promotion:

• Guaranteed Stability: Secure a permanent, full-time contract with competitive pay.


• Specialist Training: Access fully provided Team-Teach training (de-escalation and behaviour management) via the school or Randstad Education.


• State-of-the-Art Facilities: Work in superb, spacious classrooms and extensive grounds equipped with interactive whiteboards and iPads.


• Career Advancement: Clear routes to progress into Senior Teaching Assistant roles, behaviour inclusion support, or specialised therapeutic pathways.

Candidate Requirements

While direct SEN experience is highly valued, the school places the highest priority on your attitude, mindset, and core values:

• Traits: You must be flexible, resilient, and possess a inherently positive, patient approach to supporting vulnerable learners.


• Qualifications: GCSE Maths and English (Grade C/4 or equivalent) is required.


• Eligibility: A valid right to work in the UK is essential.


• Experience: Direct SEN experience is desirable but not essential-comprehensive training is provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting complex SEN learners on a 1:1, small group, and whole-classroom basis.


• Assisting the class teacher in delivering interactive, accessible lessons and outdoor educational activities.


• Collaborating with parents, carers, and multi-agency teams regarding student progress and milestones.


• Participating proactively in departmental meetings, parents' evenings, and whole-school training initiatives.

This appointment is subject to Randstad Education's strict child safety standards, including an enhanced DBS check and UK eligibility verifications.

experience

Non Teaching

skills

communication