SEN Teaching Assistant

Protocol Education Ltd; Horley; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Term-time only

Ongoing training

Supportive school environment

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Protocol Education Ltd in Horley is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Special Educational Needs. The role focuses on one-to-one and small group support, helping learners engage in inclusive lessons and develop confidence.

The successful candidate will collaborate with teachers and SENCOs, fostering positive relationships and promoting independence. Salary is £92.63–£100 per day, full-time term-time only, with ASAP start.

Qualifications

• Experience in educational or SEN settings is preferred.
• Patience, compassion and resilience are essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Passion for helping young people to succeed.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with Special Educational Needs.
• Support children with autism, ADHD, SEMH, speech and language needs, and learning disabilities.
• Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.
• Encourage positive behaviour and promote pupil independence and confidence.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and support staff to support individual learning plans.

Skills

Experience with children

Patience

Empathy

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Horley, Surrey
£92.63 - £100 per day
Full-Time | Term Time Only
ASAP Start

SEN Teaching Assistant Required in Horley

Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs? Do you have the patience, empathy, and dedication to help pupils thrive both academically and personally?

We are currently seeking a caring and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and inclusive school in Horley. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children who require additional support to achieve their full potential.

The Role

• Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with Special Educational Needs.
• Support children with a range of additional needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH, speech and language difficulties, and learning disabilities.
• Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.
• Encourage positive behaviour and promote pupil independence and confidence.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and other support staff to support individual learning plans.

The Ideal Candidate

• Has experience working with children or young people, ideally within an educational or SEN setting.
• Is patient, compassionate, and resilient.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is passionate about supporting young people to succeed.
• Can build strong and positive relationships with pupils and colleagues.

What We Offer

• Competitive daily pay of £92.63 - £100 per day.
• Full-time, term-time only position.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
• A supportive school environment with experienced staff.
• The opportunity to make a lasting impact on pupils' education and wellbeing.

Safeguarding and Compliance

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants must hold an Enhanced DBS certificate or be willing to obtain one. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and safeguarding checks.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

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.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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