1:1 Teaching Assistant SANZA Teaching Agency is looking for a committed 1:1 Teaching Assistant to step into one of the most meaningful roles in education - a specialist SEMH support position within a mainstream primary school in Croydon, where your dedication and presence will genuinely transform children's lives. About This Role: A thriving mainstream primary school in Croydon is looking for a caring 1:1 Teaching Assistant to provide dedicated, personalised support for a child with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. No two days are identical, but you might expect to: greet your pupil at the school gates and help them transition calmly into the school day; provide quiet, consistent support during classroom learning; use agreed strategies to recognise early signs of distress and de-escalate before situations escalate; support social interactions at lunch and break times; liaise with the class teacher and SENCO to adapt activities; and celebrate the small wins that, for this child, are anything but small. Why You'll Love Working with SANZA: Fair pay, fairly paid - Enhanced competitive PAYE rates for this specialist role, with complete transparency. No umbrella companies. Ever. A school that truly gets it - A warm, inclusive team where SEMH is understood and your role is genuinely valued A role with real momentum - Long-term placement with genuine, structured opportunity to go permanent Work on your doorstep - Based locally in Croydon, so you can save your energy for where it counts A consultant who's genuinely in your corner - Not just a name on an email; an experienced SEMH specialist who supports you every step of the way FREE, unlimited CPD - worth thousands - Exclusive access to 2,500 high-quality courses via The National College (education's 1 provider). Invest in your career at zero cost. We would love to speak with you if you have - Experience as a Teaching Assistant supporting children with SEMH, behavioural, or complex emotional needs A grounding in trauma-informed practice and the resilience to provide consistent, nurturing 1:1 support Experience supporting children with any of the following: ADHD ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) Anxiety disorders Attachment difficulties Self-harming behaviours or emotional dysregulation Speech & Language difficulties Dyslexia or Dyspraxia Superb de-escalation skills and an unshakeable calm under pressure The emotional strength to show up - reliably, warmly, and consistently - for a child who needs one trusted adult A deep, genuine belief that every child, no matter their history, deserves the chance to thrive An Enhanced DBS on the update service (or readiness to apply for one) An unwavering commitment to safeguarding and trauma-informed values This role isn't for everyone - but if it's for you, you already know it. Apply now or reach out to Stuart Lovelock directly for a friendly, completely confidential conversation: stuart.lovelock@sanzateaching.com 020 7845 6240