SEN Teaching Assistant: Nurture, Support & Inclusion

Horizon Teachers; Croydon; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Horizon Teachers is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for a warm, inclusive school in Croydon. You will support pupils with a range of SEND, including ASD and communication needs, across both Primary and Secondary ages.

The role is full-time from September to July 2027. You will work closely with class teachers and therapists, providing one-to-one and small group support, promoting positive behaviour and a safe, nurturing learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with children or young people with SEN.
• Patience, empathy and resilience with a genuine passion for SEN.
• Team player who follows teachers and therapists.
• Proactive, reliable and safeguarding-focused.
• Holds or works toward relevant SEN or childcare qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with SEN across the school.
• Work with class teachers to deliver tailored learning and care.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support to access the curriculum.
• Promote positive behaviour, emotional regulation and independence.
• Create a safe, engaging and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

SEN experience

Patience and empathy

Team player

Safeguarding mindset

Proactive and reliable

Education

SEN or childcare qualifications

Job description

Horizon Teachers is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for a warm, inclusive school in Croydon. You will support pupils with a range of SEND, including ASD and communication needs, across both Primary and Secondary ages.

The role is full-time from September to July 2027. You will work closely with class teachers and therapists, providing one-to-one and small group support, promoting positive behaviour and a safe, nurturing learning environment.