Teaching Assistant

NextGen Teachers - South East; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized education recruitment agency is seeking a Level 3 qualified SEN Teaching Assistant for a nursery in Croydon. This long-term role involves providing 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with additional needs, working alongside teachers and support staff. Ideal candidates will have experience in Early Years and a nurturing approach. The position offers career progression with opportunities to transition into a permanent role. The role starts ASAP, with competitive pay and the potential for future job security.

Benefits

Long-term placement

Progression pathway

Supportive leadership

Guidance from recruitment consultant

Weekly pay

Future permanent prospects

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years.
• Experience supporting children with special educational needs.
• Calm, patient, and nurturing approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group SEN support.
• Work closely with class teacher and support team.
• Support pupils with a range of developmental needs.

Skills

Experience supporting children with SEN

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Calm and nurturing approach

Calm, nurturing, and patient approach

Education

Level 3 qualification in Childcare

Experience in Early Years or Supporting Teaching & Learning

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant with Level 3 Childcare

Location: Croydon
Start Date: ASAP (January start)
Contract: Long-term supply (with strong potential for permanent role)
Hours: Full-time, term time
Pay: Competitive daily rate (dependent on experience)

The Opportunity

We are working closely with a welcoming and inclusive nursery school in Croydon seeking a Level 3 qualified Childcare, SEN Teaching Assistant to support two pupils with additional needs on an ongoing basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate early years or SEN TA looking for stability, progression, and the chance to transition into a permanent Teaching Assistant role in a specialist provision later in the year.

Benefits

• Long-term placement with clear TA progression pathway
• Opportunity to be part of a new SEN provision as it develops
• Supportive school leadership and welcoming staff team
• Ongoing guidance from a dedicated education recruitment consultant and weekly pay
• Ideal for candidates seeking security now with permanent prospects later

About the Role

• Long-term nursery support role starting ASAP, continuing from January
• Providing 1:1 and small-group SEN support within a nursery setting
• Supporting pupils with a range of additional and developmental needs
• Working closely with the class teacher, SENCo, and wider support team
• Opportunity to move into a permanent TA role in the school's new SEN provision, supporting KS1 and KS2 from Easter 2026

The Ideal Candidate

• Level 3 qualification in Childcare, Early Years, or Supporting Teaching & Learning
• Experience supporting children with SEN (Nursery / EYFS experience essential)
• Calm, nurturing, and patient approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Committed to safeguarding and inclusive education
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply)

How to Apply

If you are a Level 3 childcare or SEN professional looking for a rewarding long-term role with future progression, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to be shortlisted.

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