SEND Specialist: Supply Teaching Assistant

Randstad Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Randstad Education in Wallington, just outside Croydon, is seeking an experienced teaching assistant with special educational needs experience for a supply (ad hoc) basis. You will collaborate with teaching staff to support pupils one-to-one and in small groups, helping them engage with learning and build positive relationships.

The role emphasizes emotional support, classroom routines, and inclusive learning environments, with responsibilities including monitoring progress, assisting with

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English and Maths at Grade 4/C or higher (or equivalent).
• Experience working with children/young people with SEND.
• Excellent communication, patience, emotional resilience and proactive work ethic.
• High degree of empathy, professionalism, and ability to establish trust with vulnerable pupils.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted academic and behavioural support to individual pupils or small groups.
• Assist class teachers with classroom management, lesson preparation, and learning activities.
• Help create a calm, structured, and inclusive learning environment.
• Support pupils with emotional self-control and conflict resolution using positive behaviour strategies.
• Monitor student progress and report achievements or challenges to teaching staff.
• Escort and support pupils during lunch breaks, physical activities, and school trips where required.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Emotional resilience

Proactive work ethic

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade 4/C or higher)

Teaching Assistant qualification (Level 2 or 3) preferred

Job description

Randstad Education in Wallington, just outside Croydon, is seeking an experienced teaching assistant with special educational needs experience for a supply (ad hoc) basis. You will collaborate with teaching staff to support pupils one-to-one and in small groups, helping them engage with learning and build positive relationships.

The role emphasizes emotional support, classroom routines, and inclusive learning environments, with responsibilities including monitoring progress, assisting with