SEN Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

TLTP Education seeks a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for a full-time position at a welcoming primary school in Thornton Heath starting September 2025. The role involves supporting pupils with special educational needs, requiring experience and a commitment to promoting inclusive education.

Qualifications

• Prior experience supporting children with special educational needs.
• Strong understanding of adapting strategies to suit individual pupils.

Responsibilities

• Assist with learning activities and manage pupil behaviour positively.
• Promote inclusion and independence among students.

Skills

Experience with autism

Experience with ADHD

Behaviour management

Promoting inclusion

Adaptation strategies

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant – Thornton Heath, South London – Full-Time – September 2025 – Primary School (Ages 5–11)

Key Details:
• SEN Teaching Assistant – based in Thornton Heath, South London
• SEN Teaching Assistant – position begins September 2025
• SEN Teaching Assistant – full-time role supporting pupils with special educational needs
• SEN Teaching Assistant – working within a primary school (ages 5–11)
• SEN Teaching Assistant – must have experience supporting children with SEN (e.g., autism, ADHD, speech and language needs)

If you’re passionate about supporting children with additional needs, then this SEN Teaching Assistant role is perfect for you!

The Role – SEN Teaching Assistant
We are seeking a caring and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Thornton Heath from September 2025. In this role, you will work closely with class teachers and the SENCO to provide targeted support to pupils with special educational needs. Your responsibilities will include assisting with learning activities, managing behaviour positively, and promoting inclusion and independence. The ideal candidate will have prior experience supporting children with a range of needs and a strong understanding of how to adapt strategies to suit individual pupils.

The School – SEN Teaching Assistant
Located in the heart of Thornton Heath, this inclusive and well-resourced primary school is dedicated to providing a nurturing and supportive environment for all learners. The school has a strong commitment to SEN provision, with experienced staff and a collaborative approach to ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive. It benefits from excellent public transport links and is easily accessible from other parts of South London. Ofsted has praised the school’s inclusive ethos and focus on pupil wellbeing and progress.

Apply for this SEN Teaching Assistant role or contact Jasmine at TLTP for more information!