Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching; Coulsdon; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational recruitment agency is seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant in Coulsdon to support pupils aged 11-16 with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Social Emotional and Mental Health needs. Responsibilities include assisting with differentiated learning activities, promoting student independence, and collaborating with staff and parents. The position requires previous experience in a secondary SEND setting and the ability to manage challenging behaviours. A permanent contract begins in January 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Social Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff and parents.

Responsibilities

• Assist with differentiated learning activities.
• Promote independence and confidence in students.
• Collaborate with staff and parents to support student needs.

Skills

Previous experience in a secondary SEND setting

Ability to manage challenging behaviour

Knowledge of EHCPs and individual strategies

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Secondary

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Area: Coulsdon, Croydon
Start Date: January 2026
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: 29,000 - 32,000 Per Anum

Brief description: Support pupils aged 11-16 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Social Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs across an Ofsted 'Outstanding' all-through setting. Permanent Contract for January 2026

About the school: A forward-thinking secondary school committed to helping students with additional needs reach their full potential. The school offers a supportive environment with specialist resources and interventions designed to meet diverse learning and emotional needs. Staff focus on preparing students for adulthood through academic achievement and life skills development.

About the role: Support learning and wellbeing for students with diverse needs, both in class and during interventions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with differentiated learning activities
• Promote independence and confidence
• Collaborate with staff and parents

Qualifications & Requirements

• Previous experience in a secondary SEND setting
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour
• Knowledge of EHCPs and individual strategies

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.