Classroom Assistant - Guildford

TN United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist school near Guildford seeks a dedicated Classroom Assistant to support children with learning difficulties. This role offers the chance to gain experience and develop skills, paving the way for future careers in special needs education and therapy. You will provide essential support, ensuring students feel safe and empowered.

Benefits

On-site education and training

CPD support

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting children with Learning Difficulties.
• Ability to travel to Guildford.

Responsibilities

• Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging learning experiences.
• Provide behaviour and pastoral support.
• Implement practical strategies to meet individual needs.

Skills

Communication

Compassion

Listening

Job description

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Classroom Assistant - Guildford - Education and Training - Special Needs - SEN - LSA - TA - Learning Support - Teaching Assistant

Do you have a passion for supporting children with Learning Difficulties, including Autism, and Speech, Language & Communication needs?

This specialist school near Guildford is looking for a dedicated Classroom Assistant to support children aged 4-17 with mild to severe learning difficulties.

The Classroom Assistant role offers an excellent opportunity to gain experience, work closely with professionals, and develop your skills. It provides a pathway to roles such as Special Needs Teacher, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist, and various Child Psychology and Educational Psychology careers.

Many children and young people with special educational needs face challenges like marginalisation, trauma, family issues, low attainment, and stigmatisation, which can hinder their life outcomes. As a Special Needs Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in providing consistency, support, and tools to help children feel safe, empowered, and confident in their potential.

Job Role and Responsibilities of a Classroom Assistant:

• Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging learning experiences
• Provide behaviour and pastoral support
• Build strong, effective relationships with students
• Implement practical strategies to meet individual needs
• Maintain excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Be caring, compassionate, and a good listener
• Work 1:1 and in small groups with students
• Ensure the safeguarding of students
• Attend staff meetings and complete relevant CPD

We offer excellent on-site education, training, support, and CPD to ensure the safety and well-being of all students.

Working hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 4:00 pm, during term time only.

You must have the right to work in the UK to apply – no visa sponsorship available.

You need to be able to travel to Guildford.

Candidates registering with Academics Ltd will need to obtain or already have an Enhanced DBS check and/or overseas police check where applicable.