Learning Support Assistant
Location: Caterham, Surrey
Contract: Full-time from Tuesday 5th May 2026
End date: 17th July 2026
Tradewind Recruitment is supporting a partnership primary school near Caterham, on the border of Surrey/Croydon, with a 1:1 Learning Support Assistant for a Year 1 pupil.
Responsibilities
* Provide 1:1 tailored support for your assigned pupil in Year 1
* Be confident to support SEND, including ASD, ADHD, Emotional Dysregulation
* Support learning, emotional regulation, and social development
* Work alongside class teachers and SENCOs to implement EHCP target and support plan
* Adapt learning resources to meet individual needs of the child
* Promote a positive, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment
Ideal Candidate
* Holds at least a Level 1 Teaching Assistant qualification (Level 2 or 3 desirable)
* Has previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, ideally within SEND or inclusion
* Confident supporting pupils with additional needs in a mainstream primary setting
* Patient, empathetic, and committed to pupil progress and wellbeing
* Holds an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply)
* Available Monday to Friday (part-time roles still require weekday availability)
Why Work with Tradewind?
* Strong partnerships with inclusive primary schools across Croydon
* Competitive daily pay, paid weekly
* Free access to 2,500+ CPD-accredited courses through The National College
* Ongoing guidance and support from a dedicated education consultant
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