SEND Teaching Assistant
| Company: | senploy |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £110 to £125 a day |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | CR7 7LF |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 14 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 10 Nov 2026 |
Summary
SEND Teaching Assistant - Specialist SEND School
Location: Thornton Heath, CR7 - commutable from Croydon, Norbury, Streatham, Crystal Palace and surrounding areas
Pay: £110-£125 per day
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Contract: Long-term temporary with potential to become permanent
Setting: Specialist SEND School
Long Term Futures is recruiting a dedicated and experienced SEND Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEND school in Thornton Heath, CR7, on a full-time, long-term basis.
This is a specialist education setting supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, SEMH, communication difficulties and complex learning needs.
About the Role
- Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEND
- Support children with Autism, ADHD, SEMH and complex learning needs
- Assist with delivering differentiated and individualised learning activities
- Work towards targets outlined within pupils' EHCPs
- Support emotional regulation, sensory needs and positive behaviour
- Implement de-escalation strategies when required
- Use visual timetables, PECS, Makaton or alternative communication strategies where appropriate
- 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 support professionals
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN/SEND
- Experience within a specialist SEND school, SEN provision or alternative provision would be highly desirable
- Understanding of Autism, ADHD, SEMH and complex needs
- Comfortable supporting pupils who may display challenging or dysregulated behaviour
- Knowledge of PECS, Makaton, AAC or visual communication strategies would be advantageous
Why Work with Long Term Futures?
- Free CPD covering SEND, Autism, Behaviour Management and Safeguarding
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement
Next Steps
If you're an experienced SEND Teaching Assistant looking for a long-term position within a specialist school in Thornton Heath, 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.