SEND Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant - Primary SEN School - Croydon

Location

Croydon, CR0 - commutable from South Croydon, Thornton Heath, Purley and surrounding areas

Pay

£110-£125 per day

Start Date

November 2026

Hours

Full-time, Monday to Friday

Contract

Long-term temporary with potential to become permanent

Setting

Specialist Primary SEN School

Long Term Futures is recruiting an enthusiastic and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist primary SEN school in Croydon, CR0, starting in November 2026.

This is an opportunity to support primary-aged pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, communication difficulties, learning disabilities and complex needs.

The school is looking for someone who can provide consistent, individualised support while helping pupils develop their communication, confidence and independence. You'll work alongside experienced SEN teachers and support staff, creating a positive and structured learning environment where every child can make progress.

This role would suit an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or Support Worker who enjoys working with younger pupils and is passionate about specialist education.

About the Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will

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Provide dedicated 1

1 and small-group support for primary-aged pupils with SEND

• Support children with Autism, ADHD, communication difficulties and complex learning needs
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging, differentiated learning activities
• Work towards individual learning targets outlined within pupils' EHCPs
• Support speech, language and communication development
• Use visual timetables, PECS, Makaton and alternative communication strategies where appropriate
• Help pupils develop emotional and sensory regulation skills
• Implement positive behaviour support and de-escalation strategies
• Encourage social interaction, independence and confidence
• Support structured routines and transitions throughout the school day
• Assist with personal care where required, maintaining pupil dignity
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and specialist professionals

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Previous experience supporting children with SEN/SEND
• Experience within a specialist primary SEN school or SEND provision would be highly desirable
• Understanding of Autism, ADHD, communication difficulties or complex needs

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Confident providing dedicated 1

1 support

• Experience supporting pupils with emotional regulation and sensory needs
• Knowledge of PECS, Makaton, AAC or visual communication strategies would be advantageous
• Calm, patient and consistent when supporting challenging or dysregulated behaviour
• Proactive, adaptable and able to build positive relationships with younger pupils
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Available for a full-time position from November 2026

About the School

• Dedicated specialist primary SEN school in Croydon, CR0
• Small classes with enhanced adult support
• Individualised learning centred around EHCP outcomes
• Strong focus on communication, emotional wellbeing and independence
• Supportive team of experienced SEN teachers and specialist support staff
• Opportunities to develop specialist SEND skills and experience

Why Work with Long Term Futures?

• £110-£125 per day
• Free CPD covering SEND, Autism, Behaviour Management and Safeguarding
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
• Long-term roles rather than day-to-day supply

Next Steps

If you're an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a long-term opportunity within a specialist primary SEN school in Croydon, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with your CV. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Hannah at Long Term Futures.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.