SEN Teaching Assistant - (Olympus School - Croydon)

Horizon Care Ltd; Croydon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discount programmes

Holiday trading scheme

Eco friendly car scheme

SmartTech scheme

Wellbeing Centre

Cycle to work

Job summary

Olympus School in South Croydon is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join Horizon Care and Education.

You will support students aged 11-19 with Special Educational Needs, helping them access a broad curriculum, work 1:1 and in small groups, and develop social and learning skills in a calm, structured environment.

The role offers full-time hours, with a supportive team in a peaceful campus on Croydon outskirts, and opportunities to contribute to a nurturing educational setting.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children who have behavioural support needs with a good knowledge of behavioural management techniques and strategies
• Grade C or above GCSE in English and Math, or L1/2 equivalent functional skills qualification
• Hold or be willing to work towards a recognised teaching assistant qualification

Responsibilities

• Assisting students in their educational and social development.
• Provide support inside and outside of the classroom, so they can fully engage in a wide range of activities.
• Help to set up activities for students, using technology or adjusting the environment to suit their needs.
• Support teachers, engaging with students, providing learning support, and reacting to situations in the classroom in a positive, non-disruptive manner.
• Working 1:1 with some students, to give them the time and support they need to learn.

Skills

Behavioural management

SEN experience

Supportive communication

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Teaching assistant qualification or equivalent

Job description

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SEN Teaching Assistant - (Olympus School - Croydon)

Job Reference horizoncare/TP/887/1308

Number of Positions:

1

Contract Type:

Full Time

37.5 hrs pw TT only

Working Hours:

37..50

Location:

Croydon, England, United Kingdom

Closing Date:

26/10/2026

Job Category:

Education

Region / Division:

South

Business Unit:

Education

Job Introduction

Bright Futures, Inspired By You.

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Do you thrive in a dynamic and rewarding environment? If so, Horizon Care and Education is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team at our Olympus School based in South Croydon.

Olympus is an independent specialist day school providing high-quality education for boys and girls aged 11-19 with Special Educational Needs (SEN) including Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) Needs.

Situated in a peaceful area on the edge of ancient woodland, Olympus features co-regulation rooms on both floors, a sensory activity room, breakout classrooms, a library, a science laboratory, a computer room, and one-to-one spaces.

There’s nothing more rewarding than helping someone believe in themselves, have the confidence to celebrate their own uniqueness and achieve success that is personal to them.

What you’ll get to do:

• Assisting students in their educational and social development.
• Provide support inside and outside of the classroom, so they can fully engage in a wide range of activities.
• Help to set up activities for students, using technology or adjusting the environment to suit their needs.
• Support teachers, engaging with students, providing learning support, and reacting to situations in the classroom in a positive, non-disruptive manner.
• Working 1:1 with some students, to give them the time and support they need to learn.

What we’re looking for from you:

• Experience of working with children who have behavioural support needs with a good knowledge of behavioural management techniques and strategies
• Grade C or above GCSE in English and Math, or L1/2 equivalent functional skills qualification
• Hold or be willing to work towards a recognised teaching assistant qualification

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You will benefit from Discount programmes, Holiday trading scheme, Eco friendly car scheme, SmartTech scheme, Wellbeing Centre and Cycle to work plus much more!