SEN Teaching Assistant

Randstad Education; Godalming; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing professional development

Supportive working environment

Fantastic staff-to-child ratio

Job summary

Randstad Education seeks an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant in Guildford, England, to provide tailored support for children with Autism. This role involves implementing personalized learning plans, fostering independence, and collaborating with staff and parents in a specialist primary school environment. The position offers a nurturing atmosphere with ongoing professional development opportunities. If you're passionate about making an impact in children's lives, we invite you to apply and send your CV.

Qualifications

• Experienced in working with children with Autism.
• Ability to develop engaging learning activities.
• Strong communication skills and dedication to fostering independence.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support to pupils.
• Assist with the implementation of personalised learning plans.
• Support communication and emotional regulation.
• Adapt learning materials for independence skills.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and parents.

Skills

Proactive

Creative

Patient

Empathetic

Strong communicator

Job description

Join Our Team as an Experienced SEN TA!

Are you an experienced, proactive, and creative SEN Teaching Assistant who's passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children with Autism?

We are a superbly-equipped, specialist primary school in Guildford for pupils aged 5-11 with a wide range of needs, specialising in Autism. We offer personalised teaching, therapeutic interventions, and a nurturing environment where every child's capabilities are fully realised. With a fantastic staff-to-child ratio and a commitment to making school a happy place, we're dedicated to providing the best possible educational experience.

Our facilities include five spacious classrooms (max 7 pupils per class), a practical learning space for arts and science, a fully-equipped pupil kitchen for independence skills, and full IT integration in all classrooms (interactive whiteboards, laptop library, tablets). We also boast comfortable outdoor spaces, including sensory gardens, play equipment, and outdoor learning facilities.

What We're Looking For:

We need an experienced SEN TA who is:

• Proactive and takes initiative in supporting pupils and staff.
• Creative in developing engaging and adaptable learning activities.
• Patient, empathetic, and a strong communicator.
• Dedicated to fostering independence and making a real impact.

Your Role Will Involve:

• Providing tailored 1:1 and small group support to pupils with Autism.
• Assisting with the implementation of personalised learning plans and therapeutic interventions.
• Supporting communication, social skills, and emotional regulation.
• Adapting learning materials and promoting independence skills.
• Collaborating effectively with teachers, therapists, and parents.

Why Join Us?

• Work in a highly supportive and dedicated specialist environment.
• Make a profound and positive impact on children's lives.
• Benefit from a fantastic staff-to-child ratio and well-designed spaces.
• Access ongoing professional development.

Location: Guildford, Surrey

If you're an experienced and passionate SEN TA ready for a rewarding challenge in a truly supportive setting, we'd love to hear from you. To apply, please send your CV!