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eTeach UK Limited; Oxshott; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vivup staff benefits

Cycle to work scheme

On-site staff parking

Occupational health

Job summary

The Royal Kent School in Oxshott, Surrey, seeks an enthusiastic SEN Learning Support Assistant to support children in Nursery and Reception with Special Educational Needs. The role is 1:1 or small group work, including lunchtime supervision and overseeing play.

Hours are 8:40am–3:15pm, Monday to Friday, with a temporary appointment linked to pupil funding for at least a year. We offer a supportive leadership team, CPD opportunities, a warm Christian school environment, and a commitment to

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above.
• Experience of working with children with special educational needs (SEN) preferred but not required.
• Ability to work on own initiative.
• Strong communication with children and adults.
• Comfort with using classroom technology.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 or small group support to children with SEN in Nursery and Reception.
• Support children at lunchtime by supervising play and meals.
• Assist with moving between activities and transitions throughout the day.
• Support safeguarding and welfare of children in line with school policies.

Skills

1:1 SEN support

Lunchtime supervision

Communication skills

ICT proficiency

Education

GCSE English & Maths (C or above)

Tools

IPads

Job description

The Royal Kent School is a happy and high achieving one form entry primary school in Oxshott, Surrey. We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and resilient SEN Learning Support Assistant to support children in Nursery and Reception with Special Educational Needs. This will be on a 1:1 or small group basis. The role will also include supporting children at lunchtime through overseeing play along with supervising pupils whilst they have their meals. The hours are 8.40am - 3.15pm, Monday to Friday.This is a temporary appointment linked to pupil funding which is expected to last at least a year.We can offer:

We can offer:

Fantastic children with outstanding behaviour who strive to achieve their best

An enthusiastic, dynamic and supportive leadership team with good opportunities for CPD

A warm positive working environment where everyone is valued and encouraged to succeed

Friendly and dedicated staff plus committed Governors and PTA

The opportunity to make a crucial contribution to the life of our Christian school

A vibrant and supportive local community

A stimulating and exciting curriculum well supported with trips and events

Some brilliant facilities to support teaching including sports arena, Wonder Woodland, class set of ipads and recently refurbished school hall

Commitment to the safeguarding and welfare of children. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required

Staff Benefits through Surrey’s Vivup including discounted cinema tickets, cycle to work scheme

Occupational health and employee assistance programme.

Easy commuting and on-site staff parking. We are a short distance from A3/M25 in Surrey and walking distance from Oxshott train station

What we are looking for:

GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above.

Experience of working with children with special educational needs, although not a pre-requisite

A proven ability to work on own initiative.

A high level of communication skills and the ability to relate positively to children and adults.

The ability to use relevant technology/equipment.

The desire to contribute to a dynamic and inspiring school environment

A commitment to the happiness, well-being, self-esteem and progress of everyone at the school.

Closing date for applications: Friday 18 September 2026 at 9.00am

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.