SEN Teaching Assistant

Randstad Education; Croydon; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free CPD & Training

Career Growth

Supportive Leadership

Flexibility across schools

Job summary

Randstad Education in Croydon is seeking a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 5-16 with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD and other complex needs within a large inclusive SEN provision.

You will provide 1:1 and group support, assist with behaviour plans, and help track learner progress in collaboration with teachers and SENCO. Roles offer 8:30 AM–4:15 PM, with full-time or part-time options across a network of schools in the area.

Qualifications

• Experience or strong interest in Special Educational Needs (SEN)
• Patience, empathy, and de-escalation skills
• Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team
• Team Teach certification is desirable (training provided)
• Eligibility to work in the UK and DBS checks

Responsibilities

• 1:1 and group support for SEN students
• Behaviour management and IBPs development
• Progress tracking and reporting to teachers/SENCO
• Team collaboration with teachers, therapists and staff
• Maintain a safe, inclusive learning environment

Skills

SEN experience

ASC ADHD awareness

De-escalation skills

Team Teach certification

Job description

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant (Special Educational Needs)

Location: Croydon

Salary: £20,020 - £24,500 per annum (Depending on Experience)

Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time Available

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:15 PM

Start Date: Immediate / ASAP

About the Role

Are you looking for a rewarding career as an SEN Teaching Assistant where you can make a real difference in young people's lives?

An award-winning special educational needs (SEN) school in Croydon is seeking a compassionate and resilient Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 5-16 (Primary and Secondary). You will work alongside experienced educators to support learners with complex needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD), and non-verbal communication needs.

This large, inclusive SEN provision supports over 100 students and is renowned for its fun, safe, and supportive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• 1:1 and Group Support: Assist primary and secondary SEN students with academic tasks, social interaction, and emotional regulation.
• Behaviour Management: Help draft and implement individual behaviour plans (IBPs) to support safe and productive learning environments.
• Progress Tracking: Monitor and record learner progress, reporting feedback to the class teacher and SENCO.
• Team Collaboration: Work alongside class teachers, therapists, and support staff to deliver tailored educational programs.
• Safe Learning Environment: Maintain a safe, inclusive space where neurodivergent students feel empowered to succeed.

Requirements & Skills

• Experience or strong interest in working with Special Educational Needs (SEN), Autism (ASC), or ADHD.
• Patience, empathy, and strong de-escalation skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary school team.
• Team Teach certification is desirable (Free Team Teach training provided by Randstad Education).
• Must hold valid eligibility to work in the UK and pass enhanced DBS compliance checks.

Benefits & What We Offer

• Free CPD & Training: Access free Team Teach qualification and continuous professional development.
• Career Growth: Clear pathways for career progression and potential permanent school contracts.
• Supportive Leadership: Join an established, highly experienced SEN leadership team.
• Flexibility: Full-time and part-time options available across a wider network of schools in West Sussex.

Randstad Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates are subject to standard compliance checks, including an Enhanced DBS check.