Teaching Assistant in Croydon

TimePlan Education; Croydon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcoming school community

Training and professional development

Rewarding role making a difference in

Full time, part time and day to dayvac

Job summary

TimePlan Education is seeking a dedicated teaching assistant to support pupils in primary settings across Croydon. You will provide 1:1 and small group support, assist teachers with engaging lessons, and adapt activities to meet diverse needs, including pupils with SEND.

This role emphasizes patient, proactive approach, strong communication and teamwork, and building positive relationships with pupils, families and staff.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a primary school or educational setting.
• Knowledge of supporting pupils with SEND, including autism, ADHD, or speech and language needs.
• A patient, caring, and proactive approach to helping children succeed.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small group support for pupils, including those with additional learning needs.
• Supporting teachers in delivering engaging lessons and adapting activities to meet diverse needs.
• Encouraging positive behaviour, inclusion, and personal development.
• Building strong relationships with pupils, staff, and parents to promote progress and wellbeing.

Skills

SEND support

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Education

CACHE Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching & Learning

Job description

The role:

• Providing 1:1 and small group support for pupils, including those with additional learning needs.
• Supporting teachers in delivering engaging lessons and adapting activities to meet diverse needs.
• Encouraging positive behaviour, inclusion, and personal development.
• Building strong relationships with pupils, staff, and parents to promote progress and wellbeing.

What we're looking for:

• Previous experience working in a primary school or educational setting.
• Knowledge of supporting pupils with SEND, including autism, ADHD, or speech and language needs.
• A patient, caring, and proactive approach to helping children succeed.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g. CACHE Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching & Learning) are desirable.

We offer:

• A welcoming school community with supportive colleagues.
• Opportunities for training and professional development.
• A rewarding role making a real difference in children's lives.
• A range of full time, part time and day to day vacancies.

Location: Schools accross Croydon and surrounding areas

If you are committed to helping children achieve their potential and want to be part of a nurturing and dynamic environment, we would love to hear from you.

TimePlan Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to show this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete Disclosure and Barring Service declarations in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997. You will also be required to provide 2 professional references covering at least the last 2 years, and complete our online application followed by a video or face to face interview. TimePlan Education is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and therefore will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation.