Teaching Assistants - South Croydon

Job description

SEND Teaching Assistants - Mainstream Primary Schools

South Croydon | Part-Time & Full-Time Opportunities

Make a difference. Build confidence. Help every child thrive.

Are you passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential?

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a range of welcoming mainstream primary schools across Sutton who are seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants to provide specialist support to pupils with mild to moderate additional learning needs.

These roles offer the opportunity to work closely with children who benefit from extra guidance, encouragement and tailored support, helping them develop their confidence, independence and academic skills in a nurturing classroom environment.

Whether you already have experience supporting children with SEND or are looking to build a rewarding career in education, we have a variety of part-time and full-time opportunities to suit your experience and availability.

If you're patient, proactive and passionate about inclusive education, we'd love to hear from you!

The Role:

Provide 1:1 tailored support for your assigned pupil

Be confident to support SEND, including ASD, ADHD, Emotional Dysregulation

Support learning, emotional regulation, and social development

Work alongside class teachers and SENCOs to implement EHCP target and support plan

Adapt learning resources to meet individual needs of the child

Promote a positive, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment

The Ideal Candidate:

At least 6 months experience supporting children with additional needs

Ideally hold minimum Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (Level 2 or 3 desirable)

Has previous experience as a Teaching Assistant , ideally within SEND or inclusion

Confident supporting pupils with additional needs in a mainstream primary setting

Patient, empathetic, and committed to pupil progress and well-being

Holds an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply)

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

South Croydon

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

23-10-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English