SEND Teaching Assistant
| Job Type | Contract (Long Term) |
| Location | Croydon, London |
| Area | Central London, United Kingdom |
| Sector | Special Education - SEN Teacher |
| Salary | £92.59 - £115 per annum |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | BP//003TA_1777977024 |
| Job Views | 3 |
- Description
SEMH Teaching Assistant - Secondary School (Croydon)
Advertised by Veritas Education
Veritas Education is currently recruiting for a committed and resilient SEMH Teaching Assistant to support students within a Secondary SEMH School in the Croydon area. This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about making a positive difference to young people with social, emotional and mental health needs.
About the School
- Specialist Secondary SEMH provision
- Nurture‑led and trauma‑informed approach
- Small class sizes with high staff‑to‑student ratios
- Strong focus on emotional regulation, engagement and positive behaviour
Key Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1 and small group support to students with SEMH needs
- Support emotional regulation and behaviour management strategies
- Assist students to engage with learning and classroom routines
- Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs and pastoral teams
- Build consistent, positive and trusting relationships with students
- Support students during transitions and unstructured times
Skills & Experience Required
- Experience working with children or young people with SEMH, SEND or challenging behaviour
- Calm, patient and resilient approach
- Confident supporting and de‑escalating challenging behaviour
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of a wider team
- Background in education, care, youth work or similar is highly desirable
- A strong commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing
What Veritas Education Offers
- Competitive daily rates of pay
- Long‑term, temporary and temp‑to‑perm opportunities
- Ongoing guidance and support from a dedicated Veritas Education consultant
- Access to rewarding roles within specialist education settings
Apply Now
If you are interested in this SEMH Teaching Assistant role in Croydon, please apply today by submitting your CV or contact Veritas Education for further information.
???? All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and safeguarding procedures.
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.'

