Sen Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Walton-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 15,925 - 22,750; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

Dedicated consultant support

Permanent progression potential

Job summary

Teaching Personnel Ltd is recruiting an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant for Walton-on-Thames starting in September. The role spans support across both Primary and Secondary stages, with a 8:30am–3:30pm schedule, Monday to Friday in a growing specialist school.

You will provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with SEN, help them access learning, and collaborate with teachers and specialists to promote positive behaviour in a safe, nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN in a school setting (essential).
• Experience with needs such as Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH or Moderate Learning Difficulties is highly desirable.
• Patient, resilient and adaptable approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Training such as Team Teach, Thrive, Makaton, PECS or Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) would be advantageous.
• Genuine passion for helping children and young people reach their full potential.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs.
• Assist students in accessing learning and achieving their individual goals.
• Support pupils with communication, emotional regulation and independence.
• Work closely with teachers, therapists and the wider multidisciplinary team.
• Promote positive behaviour and help create a safe, engaging and nurturing learning environment.

Skills

SEN support experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patience and resilience

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant – Specialist SEN School

Walton-on-Thames

Monday to Friday | 8:30am – 3:30pm | Full-Time

September Start

Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing specialist school?

A welcoming and ambitious SEN school in Walton-on-Thames is expanding this September with the opening of its brand-new Primary provision, alongside its established Secondary school. They are looking for experienced SEN Teaching Assistants to join their dedicated team and support pupils across both phases.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a school at an exciting stage of its development, helping to shape a positive, inclusive learning environment for children and young people with Special Educational Needs.

The Role:

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs.
• Assist students in accessing learning and achieving their individual goals.
• Support pupils with communication, emotional regulation and independence.
• Work closely with teachers, therapists and the wider multidisciplinary team.
• Promote positive behaviour and help create a safe, engaging and nurturing learning environment.

Ideal Candidate Qualifications:

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN in a school setting (essential).
• Experience working with needs such as Autism (ASC), ADHD, SEMH or Moderate Learning Difficulties is highly desirable.
• A patient, resilient and adaptable approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Relevant training such as Team Teach, Thrive, Makaton, PECS or Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) would be advantageous.
• A genuine passion for helping children and young people reach their full potential.

What We Offer:

• Full-time, long-term role starting in September.
• Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm.
• Competitive weekly pay.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.
• Opportunity to join a growing specialist school at an exciting time of expansion.
• Potential for a permanent position for the right candidate.

If you're an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking to make a meaningful difference while joining an expanding specialist school, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for this rewarding September opportunity.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. This advert is for a temporary position, with the option to make the role permanent in some cases. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', which may include an online search as part of our due diligence. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance is provided.