SEN Teaching Assistant

GSL Education; London Borough of Croydon; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Dedicated education consultants

Job summary

GSL Education is seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant in Croydon to support children with additional needs, including ASD, in primary settings. You will work 1-to-1 with pupils, adapt materials and help manage routines, emotions and engagement across lessons.

Diploma or GCSEs in Maths/English plus an Enhanced DBS are required; SEN support experience is essential. The role emphasizes safeguarding and collaborative work with teachers and staff.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience of working with children with SEN is necessary.
• Understanding of additional needs (ASD, ADHD, speech language needs, SEMH).
• Clear Enhanced DBS check.
• GCSEs in Maths and English (A*-C).
• SEN support qualifications or training are desirable but not essential.
• Strong safeguarding and child-protection knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1-to-1 support for ASD pupils, helping them understand lessons and complete tasks.
• Adapt learning materials by simplifying instructions and using visual aids.
• Support students with anxiety, sensory needs and emotions.
• Encourage communication and interaction with peers and group learning.
• Supervise personal care, mealtimes or mobility as needed.
• Promote positive behaviour, pupil wellbeing and engagement.
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety and school policies.
• Collaborate with teachers and school staff.

Skills

Patient, empathetic, resilient

Education

GCSE Maths & English (A*-C)

Enhanced DBS check

SEN support qualification (desirable)

Job description

SEN TEACHING ASSISTANT

Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity? Do you have a passion for supporting children with additional needs and helping them reach their full potential? I'm currently working with various primary schools across Croydon, who are looking for friendly, trustworthy and reliable support staff. If this is you,

SEN Teaching Assistant duties

• Provide 1-to-1 support for ASD pupils, help them understand lessons, complete tasks and manage routines
• Adapt learning materials by simplifying instructions, using visual aids and providing alternative resources catered to individual needs
• Help students manage anxiety, sensory needs and emotions
• Encourage students' communication and interaction with peers and participation in group learning
• Supervise and support with personal care, mealtimes or mobility
• Promote positive behaviour, engagement and pupil wellbeing
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety and school policies
• Work collaboratively with teachers and wider school staff

Role Requirements

• A patient, empathetic, and resilient nature
• Relevant experience of working with children with SEN is necessary
• An understanding of a range of additional needs, including autism, ADHD, speech language difficulties, and SEMH
• A Clear Enhanced DBS check
• GCSE A*-C or equivalent in Maths and English
• Relevant qualifications or training in SEN support (desirable but not essential)
• A strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection

Why work with GSL Education as a Teaching Assistant?

• We are an established and trusted education recruitment company with over two decades of experience supporting candidates and schools.
• Work with a team of specialist education consultant, many of whom have teaching experience themselves.
• Personalised support and guidance throughout your job search and interviews
• We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education.
• Competitive pay rates