SEN Teaching Assistant — 1:1 & Small-Group Support Long-Term

TeacherActive; Walton-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

PAYE payroll

Referral scheme up to £100

CPD courses availability

Job summary

TeacherActive is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive specialist education setting in Walton-on-Thames, Surrey, on a long-term temporary-to-permanent basis.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEND, help them access learning, tailor activities, and work towards EHCP outcomes, while building confidence, communication and independence in a safe, nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with SEND.
• 1:1 and small-group support experience.
• Understanding of autism/ASC and other needs.
• Patient, calm and supportive approach.
• Ability to adapt activities to individual learning needs.
• Understanding EHCPs and personalised targets.
• Strong communication and teamwork.
• Experience in a specialist school or SEND setting is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEND.
• Support pupils in accessing classroom activities and personalised learning.
• Work alongside the class teacher to adapt activities and resources.
• Support individual learning targets and EHCP outcomes.
• Help pupils develop their communication, social and independence skills.
• Support pupils with emotional regulation and behaviour where required.
• Encourage engagement, confidence and positive participation in learning.
• Maintain a calm, structured and supportive learning environment.
• Monitor pupils progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
• Support pupils during transitions and throughout the school day.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and other professionals.
• Promote pupil safety, wellbeing and independence.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and school policies at all times.

Skills

SEND experience

1:1 & small groups

Autism/ASC understanding

Adaptability

EHCP knowledge

Communication & teamwork

Proactive & resilient

Job description

TeacherActive is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive specialist education setting in Walton-on-Thames, Surrey, on a long-term temporary-to-permanent basis.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with SEND, help them access learning, tailor activities, and work towards EHCP outcomes, while building confidence, communication and independence in a safe, nurturing environment.