SEN Teaching Assistant - Dorking

Teaching Personnel; Dorking; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Full-Time SEN Teaching Assistants to support students with special educational needs. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on students' lives by providing consistent support and fostering a positive learning environment. Ideal candidates will be patient, resilient, and committed to helping students thrive academically and personally. Join a supportive team that values professional development and offers the potential for a permanent position. If you are ready to take on this rewarding challenge, we encourage you to apply!

Benefits

Ongoing training and professional development

Free child protection training

Potential for permanent position

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with SEN is desirable but not essential.
• Commitment to working full-time and building meaningful relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily support to students with SEN, ensuring their needs are met.
• Work closely with teachers to implement tailored learning plans.
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication Skills

Resilience

Flexibility

Education

Relevant qualifications in education or child care

Job description

Job Title:Full-Time SEN Teaching AssistantLocation: Near Dorking, SurreyWorking Hours:8:30 AM - 4 PM, Monday to FridayContract:Temporary to Permanent availableAbout the Role:We are seeking compassionate and resilientFull-Time SEN Teaching Assistants to join our specialist schools across Surrey. This role is designed for people who are committed to providing consistent support to students with special educational needs (SEN). Ideal candidates will be full of patience, resilience, and have a strong sense of commitment to helping our students thrive, both academically and personally.Key Responsibilities:Provide daily, consistent support to students with SEN, ensuring their individual needs are met and helping them engage with their learningWork closely with teachers and support staff to implement tailored learning plans and adjust strategies to suit each student’s unique needsSupport students with challenging behaviours, using positive behaviour strategies to manage and de-escalate situations effectivelyFoster a calm, positive, and inclusive environment in the classroom where all students feel supported and valuedBuild strong, trusting relationships with students, offering encouragement and helping them build resilience and confidenceMonitor and track student progress, providing feedback to teachers and contributing to ongoing assessmentsAssist with behavioural support strategies to help students manage their emotions, impulses, and social interactions in a safe and productive wayAbout You:A resilient and calm approach, with the ability to stay composed and positive when managing challenging behavioursExperience working with students with SEN, including those who may demonstrate challenging behaviours, is desirable but not essentialA genuine commitment to working full-time, building meaningful relationships, and offering consistent support to studentsPatience, empathy, and flexibility in adapting to the needs of individual students, including those who may struggle with emotional or social difficultiesExcellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with both staff and studentsA proactive attitude, eager to take on new challenges and make a lasting difference in the lives of studentsWhy Join Us?Full-time term-time hours, providing the opportunity to work consistently with students and see their progress over timeA supportive, inclusive team with ongoing training and professional development opportunitiesThe opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of students with SEN, including those facing emotional and behavioural challengesPotential for a permanent position following a successful temporary contractIf you are resilient, committed, and ready to take on the rewarding challenge of working with students with SEN, we would love to hear from you!How to Apply:Please submit your CVdetailing your experience, skills, and motivation for the role.We look forward to your application!All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for 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.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’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website

If you have any questions about Jobs Thames Valley, or would like to know more, please contact us .