Teaching Assistant SEND

SEND Teaching Assistant
Croydon
£100-£120 per day
Full-Time | Monday to Friday | 8:30am-3:30pm
Immediate Start Available
Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)?
We are currently looking for a dedicated and compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in Croydon. This rewarding role involves working closely with pupils who have Autism (ASD), complex needs, and challenging behaviour, helping them to thrive both academically and personally.
Whether you have previous experience in education, care, youth work, or support work, we’d love to hear from individuals who are patient, resilient, and committed to making a positive difference.
The Role
As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will:

Provide tailored 1:1 support for pupils with additional needs.
Lead and support small group interventions.
Work with students with ASD, complex needs, and challenging behaviour.
Support pupils in developing their communication, social, and emotional skills.
Collaborate with teachers and support staff to create a positive learning environment.
Help students access learning and achieve their individual goals.

The Ideal Candidate

Experience supporting children or young people with SEND, SEMH, ASD, or behavioural needs.
A calm, patient, and nurturing approach.
Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships.
Passionate about helping children reach their full potential.
Reliable, professional, and eager to learn.

Why Work With Pink Tile Education?
At Pink Tile Education, we specialise in education recruitment and understand the unique challenges and rewards of working within SEND and SEMH settings.
Our approach is simple: Best Fit, Every Time. We take the time to understand both our candidates and schools, ensuring every placement is a successful match for everyone involved.
What We Offer

£100-£120 per day (inclusive of 12.07% holiday pay)
Full-time, term-time only position
Monday-Friday working pattern
8:30am-3:30pm school hours
Immediate start available
Dedicated consultant throughout your placement
Ongoing support from an experienced education recruitment team
Opportunities to develop your SEND, SEMH, and behaviour support experience
Access to a variety of education opportunities across your local area

Apply Today
If you’re enthusiastic about supporting children with additional needs and are looking for a rewarding role where you can genuinely make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now to be considered for this SEND Teaching Assistant position in Croydon.
Looking for Something Similar?
We also recruit for:
Teaching Assistant | SEND Teaching Assistant | Learning Support Assistant | Behaviour Mentor | SEMH Teaching Assistant | Youth Support Worker
Pay & Holiday Pay
The advertised daily rate is inclusive of 12.07% PAYE holiday pay.
Safeguarding
Pink Tile Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, professional references, and relevant safer recruitment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.
Successful applicants will be required to complete all necessary compliance and background checks before commencing employment.
Important Notice
In accordance with the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, this advertisement is for the purpose of identifying suitable applicants. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a suitable candidate be appointed.
Apply Now
Take the next step in your education career and join Pink Tile Education today. We look forward to hearing from you.
Pink Tile Education – Best Fit, Every Time.