Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Opportunities for professional development

Chance to make a difference in young people's lives

Job summary

A leading education specialist is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to support children with Special Educational Needs in Croydon. This long-term role, starting January 2026, requires a proactive individual with experience in a caring or educational setting. It offers a competitive salary based on experience, professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a positive impact on young people's lives.

Qualifications

• Experience in a school or care setting supporting children with SEN.
• Ability to collaborate with teachers and parents effectively.
• Resilience in supporting learners with complex needs.
• Proactive and flexible approach to supporting learning and behaviour.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs.
• Assist in their academic and social development.
• Work collaboratively in a dedicated team.

Skills

Experience working with children or young people with SEN

Patience

Empathy

Strong communication skills

Proactive and flexible approach

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Croydon

Location: Croydon

Role: SEN Teaching Assistant

Contract: Long-Term (with potential for permanent placement)

Start Date: January 2026

Salary: GBP Competitive, dependent on experience

The Opportunity

We are recruiting a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Croydon from January 2026. This is a long-term role supporting pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs (SEN), including Autism, ADHD, and complex learning needs.

About the School

• Specialist provision with a strong focus on inclusive education.
• Small class sizes and tailored support for individual learners.
• Emphasis on academic progress, social development, and life skills.
• Supportive staff team committed to pupil well-being and success.

What Were Looking For

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN (school or care setting).
• Patience, empathy, and resilience to support learners with complex needs.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with teachers and parents.
• A proactive and flexible approach to supporting learning and behaviour.

What's On Offer

• Long-term contract starting January 2026.
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Opportunities for professional development and SEN training.
• A chance to make a real difference in the lives of young people.

Apply

If you are interested in this SEN Teaching Assistant role in Croydon, please apply with your most updated version of your CV.