Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is looking for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant in Croydon to provide support for children with additional needs. The successful candidate will have a Level 3 qualification in Childcare and experience in nursery settings. This long-term role offers a competitive daily rate with potential for permanency. The position involves working closely with educators to help pupils achieve their developmental milestones while fostering an inclusive learning environment.

Benefits

Long-term placement with progression pathway

Supportive school leadership

Weekly pay

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Childcare, Early Years, or Supporting Teaching & Learning.
• Experience in Nursery/EYFS settings is essential.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willing to apply.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Experience supporting children with SEN

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Nurturing and patient approach

Education

Level 3 qualification in Childcare

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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