Temp to Perm - Special Education Teaching Assistant

Randstad Education; Carshalton; On-site; GBP 4,091,000 - 4,324,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Life cover

Counselling

24/7 Virtual GP

Gym discounts

Eyecare

Flexible working

Enhanced parental leave

Cycle-to-work

Car leasing

Electronics

Season ticket loans

Referral bonuses

Blue Light Card

Discounts for Teachers

Job summary

Randstad Education Croydon is seeking a skilled teaching assistant with SEN experience to join on a temp-to-perm basis, progressing to a permanent role after a 12-week probation.

You will deliver 1:1 and small group support, help with classroom management, and support emotional well-being to help pupils re-engage with learning.

The role offers daily rate £88-£93, with 8:30-4:30, Monday to Friday, in a supportive environment with growth opportunities and a range of staff benefits.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English and Maths or equivalent.
• Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification desirable.
• Experience with SEMH/SEND environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted academic and behavioural support to individual pupils or small groups.
• Assist class teachers with classroom management, lesson preparation, and learning activities.
• Help create a calm, structured, and inclusive learning environment.
• Support pupils with emotional self-control and conflict resolution using positive behaviour strategies.
• Monitor student progress and report achievements or challenges to teaching staff.
• Escort and support pupils during lunch breaks, physical activities, and school trips where required.

Skills

1:1 support

Behaviour support

Classroom assistance

Communication skills

Empathy

Education

GCSEs in English & Maths

Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Our specialist Croydon school is seeking a skilled teaching assistant with SEN experience to join us on a temp-to-perm arrangement, transitioning to a permanent role following a 12-week probationary period.

Salary: £88-£93 per day // Working Hours: 8:30-4:30 Monday to Friday

In this role, you will partner with teachers to provide structured 1:1 and small group intervention, assisting students in overcoming emotional obstacles, re-engaging with their education, and establishing strong relationships within a supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide targeted academic and behavioural support to individual pupils or small groups.
• Assist class teachers with classroom management, lesson preparation, and learning activities.
• Help create a calm, structured, and inclusive learning environment.
• Support pupils with emotional self-control and conflict resolution using positive behaviour strategies.
• Monitor student progress and report achievements or challenges to teaching staff.
• Escort and support pupils during lunch breaks, physical activities, and school trips where required.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Qualifications: GCSEs in English and Mathematics (Grade C/4 or above, or equivalent standard). Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable.
• Prior experience working with children or young people, preferably within an SEMH, SEND, or alternative provision environment.
• Strong communication skills, patience, emotional resilience, and a proactive approach.
• High levels of empathy, professionalism, and the ability to build trust with challenging or vulnerable pupils.

Benefits:

• Growth pathways in an inclusive setting.
• Pension scheme, life cover, and family protection.
• Counselling, EAP, 24/7 Virtual GP, gym discounts, eyecare, generous leave, flexible working, and enhanced parental leave.
• Cycle-to-work, car leasing, electronics, season ticket loans, and referral bonuses.
• Blue Light Card, Costco Membership, Discounts for Teachers, and more.