SEN Teaching Assistant: Long-Term Role with Growth

TeacherActive Ltd; Walton-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Referral scheme £100

Job summary

TeacherActive Ltd is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Walton-on-Thames, Surrey, starting ASAP. The role focuses on 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with additional learning needs, including Autism/ASC and SEMH.

You will work closely with teachers and the SEN team to help pupils access learning, develop independence and achieve positive progress in academics, social and emotional development.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young people with SEN.
• Experience with Autism/ASC, SEMH or additional learning needs.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Calm, patient and adaptive approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 SEN support and small-group support.
• Support pupils with Autism/ASC, SEMH and additional needs.
• Assist with classroom activities and individual learning programmes.
• Adapt resources and activities to meet individual needs.
• Encourage communication, engagement and independence.
• Support emotional and sensory regulation.
• Help pupils develop confidence, social skills and independence.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Collaborate with teachers and SEN staff.
• Monitor pupil engagement and progress.
• Maintain a safe, structured and supportive learning environment.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and prioritise pupil wellbeing.

Skills

SEN support

Autism/ASC

Behaviour management

Communication

Safeguarding awareness

Job description

TeacherActive Ltd is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Walton-on-Thames, Surrey, starting ASAP. The role focuses on 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with additional learning needs, including Autism/ASC and SEMH.

You will work closely with teachers and the SEN team to help pupils access learning, develop independence and achieve positive progress in academics, social and emotional development.