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SEN Teaching Assistant

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Posting date: 17 March 2026
Salary: £85 to £96 per day
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 13 April 2026
Location: Croydon
Company: senploy
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 206989

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Summary

SEN Teaching Assistant - Croydon

Location: Croydon
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Full-time | Long-term

We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join one of our partner schools in Croydon.

This role involves supporting pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs (SEN), including Autism (ASD), ADHD, and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Working closely with teachers and the wider support team, you will play an important role in creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment where pupils can thrive both academically and personally.
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Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with additional learning needs


Provide 1:1 and small group support for pupils with additional learning needs
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Assist in delivering tailored learning activities to support individual development


Assist in delivering tailored learning activities to support individual development
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Support pupils' social, emotional, and academic progress


Support pupils' social, emotional, and academic progress
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Help implement and support Individual Education Plans (IEPs)


Help implement and support Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
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Monitor, record, and report on pupil progress


Monitor, record, and report on pupil progress
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Previous experience supporting children with SEN in a school or similar setting


Previous experience supporting children with SEN in a school or similar setting
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A patient, empathetic, and proactive approach


A patient, empathetic, and proactive approach
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Strong communication and teamwork skills


Strong communication and teamwork skills
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An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one


An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one
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Competitive pay rates


Competitive pay rates
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Access to free CPD and online training opportunities


Access to free CPD and online training opportunities
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Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant


Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
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Referral bonus scheme


Referral bonus scheme

If you are passionate about supporting children and making a positive impact on their learning and development, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to join our team in Croydon.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.

All pay rates quoted are inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This position is advertised as a temporary role, although there may be opportunities for a permanent position at a later stage.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We carry out safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the Department for Education's statutory guidance Keeping Children Safe in Education. This may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We provide free online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training for all workers. All candidates must hold, or be willing to obtain, a valid Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

Full assistance will be provided.

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