SEN Classroom Assistant

Charles Hunter Associates; Waverley; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£1,000 joining bonus

Term-time working

Free parking

Fully funded qualifications

Job summary

Charles Hunter Associates is recruiting an SEN Teaching Assistant to support autistic children in small-group and 1:1 settings, developing academic, social and emotional skills. The role is term-time only with a 39.2-week year and a pro-rata salary of £23,000 plus a £1,000 joining bonus, with access to funded qualifications and ongoing professional development.

The successful candidate will work with experienced practitioners and behaviour analysts, receive regular salary progression, and

Qualifications

• Previous SEN experience is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support children with their learning and development.
• Help develop communication, social and life skills.
• Encourage positive behaviour, confidence and independence.
• Support children during breaks, routines and transitions.
• Assist with educational trips and activities.
• Work closely with experienced professionals and specialist teams.
• Take part in ongoing training, supervision and professional development.

Skills

Supporting learning

Communication

Behaviour support

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Salary: £23,000 Pro-rata salary based on 36.75 hours per week, 39.2 weeks per year Plus a £1000 joining bonus (£26811 FTE)
Hours: Monday to Friday, term-time only
Contract: Permanent

Make a Difference.Build Your Career.

Are you currently working as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Nursery Practitioner, Care Worker, Support Worker, or in another child-focused role?

Are you passionate about helping children develop their confidence, independence and potential?

This could be the perfect opportunity to take the next step in your career and specialise in Special Educational Needs (SEN), with fully funded qualifications, specialist training and clear opportunities for progression.

We are recruiting enthusiastic, caring and motivated SEN Teaching Assistants to join a dedicated team supporting autistic children through evidence-based, behaviourally informed teaching.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you'll work closely with children in small-group and one-to-one settings, helping them develop academically, socially and emotionally.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Supporting children with their learning and development

• Helping develop communication, social and life skills

• Encouraging positive behaviour, confidence and independence

• Supporting children during breaks, routines and transitions

• Assisting with educational trips and activities

• Working closely with experienced professionals and specialist teams

• Taking part in ongoing training, supervision and professional development

You’ll receive excellent support from experienced practitioners and internationally recognised behaviour analysts, giving you the opportunity to develop specialist skills while making a genuine difference to the lives of autistic children.

What's Included?

• £1,000 joining bonus
• Regular salary progression
• Fully funded qualifications and specialist training
• Clear opportunities for career progression
• Term-time working
• Free parking

Invest in Your Future

This role offers exceptional opportunities to gain recognised qualifications and develop a long-term career within SEN and behaviour support.

Training opportunities can include:

• CACHE Level 2, 3 and 4 qualifications
• Registered Behaviour Technician (RBT) training
• CABAS teaching qualifications
• Behaviour analysis certifications
• Master's-level study opportunities
• Behaviour management training
• First aid and safeguarding
• Autism-specific training
• Leadership and personal care training

• Previous SEN experience is beneficial but not essential.Full training and ongoing support will be provided, making this an excellent opportunity for anyone looking to move into a specialist SEN career.

Working Hours

Monday: 8:45am - 4:45pm
Tuesday: 8:45am - 5:30pm
Wednesday: 8:45am - 4:45pm
Thursday: 8:45am - 4:45pm
Friday: 8:45am - 4:30pm

Term-time only.