SEN Teaching Assistant - Sept Start, Full-Time

Veritas Education Recruitment; Croydon; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Supportive team

Meaningful impact

Job summary

Veritas Education Recruitment is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for a specialist school in the South West London area from September. You will support children with SEN to develop academically, socially, and emotionally.

The role involves 1:1 and small group support, working with teachers, therapists, and other staff; safeguarding checks including Enhanced DBS; full-time term-time position with ongoing training and a welcoming team.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people is desirable.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEN, ASD, ADHD, SEMH, or other additional needs is advantageous.
• A patient, caring, and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for supporting young people to achieve their potential.
• Relevant education, care, support work, youth work, or psychology experience welcomed.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with additional needs.
• Support students both in and out of the classroom to help them access learning.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, encouraging confidence and independence.
• Assist with implementing individual learning and behaviour plans.
• Support pupils with communication, social, emotional, and sensory needs.
• Work closely with teachers, therapists, and other support staff.
• Help create a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment.

Skills

SEN experience

ASD/ADHD experience

Patience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Student support

Job description

Veritas Education Recruitment is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for a specialist school in the South West London area from September. You will support children with SEN to develop academically, socially, and emotionally.

The role involves 1:1 and small group support, working with teachers, therapists, and other staff; safeguarding checks including Enhanced DBS; full-time term-time position with ongoing training and a welcoming team.