Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Academics; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistant to support children with moderate to severe learning difficulties at a specialist school near Woking. The role offers opportunities to gain experience and progress towards becoming a teacher or therapist, with essential skills in compassion and effective communication required to empower students with special educational needs.

Benefits

On-site education and training

Support and CPD provided

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check required.
• Compassionate approach with a good listening ability.
• Ability to meet individual needs through practical approaches.

Responsibilities

• Assist the class teacher in delivering the curriculum.
• Provide behaviour and pastoral support.
• Build effective relationships with students.

Skills

Caring

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Job description

Special Needs Teaching Assistant, Surrey

Client:

Location:

Surrey, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

3

Posted:

02.06.2025

Expiry Date:

17.07.2025

Job Description:

Special Needs Teaching Assistant - Education and Training - Woking - SEN - Learning Support - Autism - SEMH - Speech and Language

Do you have a passion for supporting children with Learning Difficulties, including Autism, and Speech, Language & Communication needs?

This specialist built school near Woking is looking for a dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) to support children aged 4-17 with moderate to severe learning difficulties.

The role offers an excellent opportunity to gain experience, network with professionals, and develop your skills in a rewarding environment. Career progression routes include becoming a Special Needs Teacher, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist, or pursuing Child Psychology and Educational Psychology careers.

Children and young people with special educational needs often face challenges such as marginalisation, trauma, family issues, low educational attainment, and stigmatisation. As a SEN TA, you will help provide consistency, safety, and empowerment to help them succeed.

Job Role and Responsibilities:

• Assist the class teacher in delivering the curriculum
• Provide behaviour and pastoral support
• Build effective relationships with students
• Meet individual needs through a practical approach
• Maintain excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Caring, compassionate, and a good listener
• Work 1:1 and in small groups with students
• Ensure safeguarding of students
• Attend staff meetings and complete CPD

Additional Details:

• Start date ASAP - Woking
• On-site education, training, support, and CPD provided
• Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 4:00 pm, term time only
• Salary: £80-£100 per day
• Must have right to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship)
• Must be able to travel to Woking / surrounding areas

Candidates need an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate. Apply now or contact Eleanor Chessun-Lawrence at Academics Ltd at 01483 362 636.

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Created on 02/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom