Sen Teaching Assistant

AMA Admin; Croydon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent rates of pay

Flexible days and hours

CPD access and rewards

Job summary

Milk Education are looking for a SEN Learning Support Assistant to join a primary school in Croydon from October. This role would suit someone who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and wants to work as part of a supportive and experienced school team.

Provide targeted support to pupils with additional needs, one-to-one and in small groups, helping access classroom learning while developing confidence and independence.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEN desirable.
• Experience in a school, childcare or similar setting essential.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted support to pupils with additional needs.
• Work one-to-one and in small groups as required.
• Support pupils to access classroom learning and activities.
• Help develop pupils' confidence, communication and independence.
• Follow individual support strategies and guidance from teaching staff.
• Promote positive behaviour and engagement throughout the school day.

Skills

SEN experience

School/childcare experience

Communication skills

Job description

SEN Learning Support Assistant - Croydon

Location: Croydon
Pay: £100-£125 per day
Start Date: October 2026
Contract: Full-Time | Long-Term

Milk Education are looking for a SEN Learning Support Assistant to join a primary school in Croydon from October. This role would suit someone who is passionate about supporting children with additional needs and wants to work as part of a supportive and experienced school team.

The Role

• Provide targeted support to pupils with additional needs.
• Work one-to-one and in small groups as required.
• Support pupils to access classroom learning and activities.
• Help develop pupils' confidence, communication and independence.
• Follow individual support strategies and guidance from teaching staff.
• Promote positive behaviour and engagement throughout the school day.

About You

• Previous experience supporting children with SEN is desirable.
• Experience in a school, childcare or similar setting is essential.
• Patient, nurturing and consistent approach.
• Confident supporting children with a range of needs.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Passionate about helping every child reach their potential.

Why Join Milk Education?

Benefits to YOU:

• Excellent rates of pay!
• Speedy registration process & fast track compliance.
• Flexible days and working hours to suit your schedule.
• 5-Star rated with over 3000 reviews across Google & Facebook!
• Exclusive school & trust partnerships.
• Access to our FREE Perks Portal, where you'll find exclusive access to a range of discounts - our very own version of the Blue Light Card
• Follow your progress pathway with access to 1000+ accredited, discounted CPD courses through Milk Academy!
• FREE PSHE lesson plans and resources, designed by real teachers.
• FREE Educator Wellbeing eBook and access to our wellbeing hub, featuring CPD courses and health & fitness modules!
• School Preparation Pack - be ready for your school placements!
• 24/7 support from your personal consultant, directly through their work mobile phone.
• We partner with the amazing Make Life Kind Charity and their inspiring school speakers, who educate young people about social, safety, and stigmatised topics.
• We're located across England & North Wales with a network of 9 offices!
• Join the UK's only eco-friendly education supply agency! Milk Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are proudly APSCo Compliance+ accredited, reflecting our dedication to the highest standards in safer recruitment. All applicants will be subject to thorough compliance checks in line with DfE, Keeping Children Safe in Education, and APSCo guidelines.

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