SEND Teaching Assistant — 1:1 & Small-Group Support (Croydon)

Long Term Futures Ltd

London Borough of Croydon

On-site

GBP 20,000 - 23,000

Full time

44 hours ago

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Job summary

Long Term Futures Ltd in Croydon is seeking an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming mainstream school on a full-time, long-term basis. You will provide a mix of 1:1, small-group and classroom support to pupils with additional needs, helping them access learning and build confidence.

The ideal candidate will have previous SEND experience, be confident delivering 1:1 support, and adapt activities to different abilities.

Qualifications

Previous experience supporting children with SEN/SEND.
Experience in a mainstream primary school is advantageous.
Confident providing individual 1:1 support.
Understanding of Autism, ADHD, SEMH and communication needs.
Knowledge of PECS, Makaton, SALT strategies or visual supports would be beneficial.
Able to adapt learning activities around different levels of ability.
Calm, patient and consistent when supporting behaviour.
Proactive and confident working independently and as part of a classroom team.
Available for a full-time, long-term position.

Responsibilities

Provide targeted 1:1 and small-group SEND support.
Support pupils with needs including Autism, ADHD, SEMH and Speech & Language difficulties.
Help pupils access lessons through differentiated resources and adapted activities.
Work towards individual targets and EHCP outcomes.
Deliver targeted literacy, numeracy, communication and SEND interventions.
Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to the class teacher and SENCO.
Work collaboratively with teaching staff and external professionals.