1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant - Easter 2026 Start
Location: Croydon, South London
Pay: 95 - 115 per day
Contract: Full-time

Veritas Education is proud to be supporting a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Croydon in their search for a dedicated and compassionate 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team from Easter 2026.

This Ofsted-rated 'Good' school is known for its nurturing ethos and strong commitment to inclusion. The successful candidate will provide consistent one-to-one support for a pupil with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), helping them access the curriculum, regulate emotions, and develop both academically and socially within the classroom environment.

Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO, you will play a key role in implementing tailored support strategies, adapting learning materials, and promoting positive engagement throughout the school day.

This role is ideal for a patient, resilient, and empathetic individual who is passionate about making a meaningful difference in a child's educational journey.

• Proven experience supporting children in a primary school setting - essential

• Experience working with pupils with SEND (e.g. ASD, ADHD, speech and language needs, or SEMH)

• A strong understanding of behaviour regulation and communication strategies

• A calm, nurturing, and consistent approach

• Excellent teamwork and communication skills

• Providing dedicated 1:1 support tailored to the pupil's individual needs

• Implementing EHCP targets and personalised learning strategies

• Supporting emotional regulation and promoting positive behaviour

• Adapting classroom activities to ensure full access to learning

• Monitoring progress and liaising with the class teacher and SENCO

• Contributing to a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment

• A warm, supportive, and inclusive school community

• Experienced and approachable leadership and SENCO team

• Ongoing CPD and specialist SEND training opportunities

• A strong focus on staff wellbeing and professional development

If you are a committed and compassionate 1:1 SEND Teaching Assistant ready to make a lasting impact in a primary school in Croydon, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Veritas Education on (phone number removed) for further information.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'