SEND Teaching Assistant - Mainstream School
Location: Croydon, CR0 - commutable from South Croydon, Thornton Heath, Purley and surrounding areas
Pay: £110-£125 per day
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Full-time
Contract: Long-term temporary with potential to become permanent
Long Term Futures is recruiting an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming mainstream school in Croydon, CR0 on a full-time, long-term basis.
This role will focus on supporting pupils with additional needs within a mainstream classroom environment. You'll provide a combination of 1:1, small-group and classroom support, helping pupils access learning, build confidence and develop greater independence.
The school is looking for someone who understands how to adapt their approach to individual pupils while ensuring they remain included and engaged within the wider classroom.
About the Role
Provide targeted 1:1 and small-group SEND support
Support pupils with needs including Autism, ADHD, SEMH and Speech & Language difficulties
Help pupils access lessons through differentiated resources and adapted activities
Work towards individual targets and EHCP outcomes
Deliver targeted literacy, numeracy, communication and SEND interventions
Support pupils with emotional and sensory regulation
Use visual timetables, communication aids and structured routines where appropriate
Promote positive behaviour and use effective de-escalation strategies
Encourage confidence, independence and positive peer relationships
Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to the class teacher and SENCO
Work collaboratively with teaching staff and external professionals
Ideal Candidate Profile
Previous experience supporting children with SEN/SEND
Experience within a mainstream primary school would be advantageous
Confident providing individual 1:1 support
Understanding of Autism, ADHD, SEMH and communication needs
Knowledge of PECS, Makaton, SALT strategies or visual supports would be beneficial
Able to adapt learning activities around different levels of ability
Calm, patient and consistent when supporting behaviour
Proactive and confident working independently and as part of a classroom team
Available for a full-time, long-term position
Why Work with Long Term Futures?
£110-£125 per day
Full-time, long-term position
Potential progression into a permanent role
Free CPD covering SEND, Autism, Behaviour Management and Safeguarding
Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
Long-term opportunities rather than day-to-day supply
Next Steps
If you're an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant looking for a long-term position within a mainstream school in Croydon, 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
