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Purley - UK

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£ 450 - 500

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Primary Teaching Assistant (Autism Support) Croydon September Start

  • Location: Croydon London
  • Salary: 450-500 per week (Paid PAYE no umbrella companies)
  • Job Type: Full-time Term-time only
  • Contract Length: September 2025 July 2026

Are you a passionate and proactive graduate looking to build a career in education or child psychology


Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of children with Autism

We are working in partnership with a fantastic mainstream primary school in Croydon to recruit a dedicated Primary Teaching Assistant to support children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).

Primary Teaching Assistant - Job Responsibilities:

  • Provide 1:1 and small group support to primary-aged pupils with Autism
  • Encourage engagement focus and participation in lessons
  • Work collaboratively with the class teacher and SENCO
  • Manage behaviour with empathy and consistency
  • Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs
  • Support pupils both inside and outside of the classroom

Primary Teaching Assistant - Key Details:

  • Start Date: September 2025
  • Working Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30am 4:00pm
  • Pay: 450-500 per week (paid weekly via PAYE)
  • Location: Croydon easily accessible via public transport
  • Contract: Full academic year (term-time only)

Primary Teaching Assistant - Person Specification:

  • Minimum 2:1 degree (Psychology Education SEN or related subjects ideal)
  • Experience working with children (ages 411) ideally with SEND or Autism
  • A confident enthusiastic and patient personality
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Calm professional and resilient approach to behaviour management
  • A genuine passion for education and supporting young people

Ideal for Graduates Who Are:

  • Aspiring Primary Teachers
  • Future Educational or Child Psychologists
  • Interested in SEN / SEMH specialisms
  • Seeking meaningful paid experience before further study or training

Apply now to be considered for this rewarding Teaching Assistant opportunity in Croydon. Interviews and trial days will be arranged for successful candidates.

To apply please submit your CV and a brief cover statement outlining your experience and interest in working with children with Autism.

Ribbons & Reeves are Londons leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles such as thisTeaching Assistantrole in Croydon. For other roles like this check out our website search Ribbons & Reeves. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Teaching Assistant role.

Primary Teaching Assistant (Autism Support) Croydon

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