SEN Teaching Assistant - PMLD & Physical Difficulties
Are you passionate about positively influencing children during the most important stages of their development? Have you worked in care or nursing and are someone who's patient, enthusiastic and dedicated towards helping pupils overcome barriers to achieve success? Would you like to work in the borough of Croydon?
- Secondary SEN Teaching Assistant
- Working with the secondary department, children aged 11-16
- Supporting children with PMLD and Physical Difficulties
- Starting in December 2026
- 5 days a week, Mon-Fri (term time only)
- £95-£105 per day PAYE
- Contract from December 2026 to July 2027, with option to extend
We are currently recruiting for a SecondarySEN Teaching Assistant role in a supportive and friendly SEN school environment in Croydon, supporting primarily children in the school's dedicated secondary department. As a SEN Teaching Assistant, this rewarding role offers you the opportunity to support children with profound and multiple learning difficulties and a range of physical difficulties within a structured, caring, educational environment where children have sensory and play therapy, can develop communication skills using PECS and functional skills to help the children thrive.
Applications are most welcome from candidates with any of the following;
- Psychology graduates
- Professional, voluntary or personal experience working in a hospital/clinical setting
- Professional, voluntary or personal experience working in Care or Nursing
- Be qualified to degree level (Nursing or Care)
If you're interested in working in working as a SEN Teaching Assistant for a SEN Secondary school environment that prospers on improving children's quality of life then APPLY TODAY!
Applications close on the 30/11/2026.
Ready for a 1 December start date
Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.
SEN Teaching Assistant - PMLD & Physical Difficulties in South Croydon employer: Academics Careers
This lovely school in Dartford is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that fosters creativity and collaboration among staff. With a strong commitment to professional development, the school provides ample opportunities for growth and leadership within the drama department, making it an ideal environment for passionate educators eager to inspire the next generation of performers.
