Sen Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Hambledon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay included (12.07%)

Professional development opportunities

Career progression within education

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is seeking a compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team in Godalming, Surrey. You will provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils with a range of needs and help them access the curriculum.

We value empathy, patience, and strong communication as we work with teachers, SENCOs, therapists and families to enable every child to achieve their goals in an inclusive setting. This temporary role may lead to permanent opportunities.

Qualifications

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEN including autism, ADHD, speech and language needs.
• Commitment to safeguarding and ability to build positive relationships with children, families and staff.
• Holds a TA qualification or is willing to undertake training; relevant qualifications and training required.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted support to pupils with a range of additional needs.
• Assist pupils in accessing the curriculum and achieving learning goals.
• Collaborate with teachers, SENCOs, therapists and parents for best outcomes.
• Encourage independence, confidence and positive behaviour.
• Help create a safe, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

Caring

Empathetic

Patient

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Relationship building

Adaptable

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Godalming, Surrey

Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)

Contract: Full-time | Term Time Only

Start Date: September 2026

Make a Real Difference Every Day

We are looking for a compassionate, patient, and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team in Godalming. This is a rewarding opportunity to help children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) achieve their full potential in a nurturing and inclusive learning environment.

Whether you have previous experience supporting children with additional needs or are looking to begin a career in education, we would love to hear from individuals who are committed to making a positive impact.

The Role

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and social, emotional and mental health needs.
• Support pupils in accessing the curriculum and achieving their individual learning goals.
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and parents to ensure the best outcomes for every child.
• Encourage independence, confidence, and positive behaviour.
• Help create a safe, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment.

We Are Looking For Someone Who

• Is caring, empathetic, and patient.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Can build positive relationships with children, colleagues, and families.
• Is adaptable, resilient, and able to remain calm under pressure.
• Has experience working with children or young people (desirable but not essential).
• Holds a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification or is willing to undertake training (desirable).

All applicants must have the relevant qualifications and training for this role.

What We Offer

• A welcoming and supportive team.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• A rewarding role where every day brings new challenges and achievements.
• Opportunities for career progression within education.
• A positive and inclusive working environment.
• All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.

This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Safeguarding

The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and all safer recruitment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance "Keeping Children Safe in Education", which may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all registered candidates free child protection and prevention duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced DBS check. Full assistance is provided.