Special Needs Teaching Assistant in Guildford)

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

Job summary

An innovative educational institution in Guildford seeks a dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistant to support children with learning difficulties. This rewarding role involves working closely with students aged 4-17, providing essential support and fostering a safe learning environment. You'll have the chance to develop your skills and network with professionals while making a significant impact on the lives of children facing challenges. If you're passionate about education and want to help empower young minds, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

On-site education and training

Support and CPD

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting children with Learning Difficulties.
• Ability to build effective relationships with students.

Responsibilities

• Assist the class teacher in providing the learning experience.
• Provide behaviour and pastoral support to students.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Compassion

Listening Skills

Behaviour Support

Job description

Special Needs Teaching Assistant - Guildford - Education and Training - Learning Difficulties - SEN - £80-£100 per day

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

This special needs school near Guildford is looking for a dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) to support children aged 4-17 with mild to severe learning difficulties. This school is located in the beautiful Guildford countryside.

The Special Needs Teaching Assistant role is an excellent way to get your 'foot in the door', providing the opportunity to work closely and network with other teams of professionals, gaining relevant experience, and expanding your knowledge and skillset. The role will give you essential experience within a challenging yet rewarding setting.

A common feature for many children and young people with special educational needs is marginalisation and disadvantage, trauma, dysfunctional family relationships, low educational attainment, and stigmatisation. Subsequently, they face many barriers in life and are more 'at risk' of negative outcomes. As a Special Needs Teaching Assistant, you will be instrumental in providing consistency, equipping children and young people with tools to ensure they feel safe, secure, empowered, and believe that they can succeed in life.

Job Role and Responsibilities:

1. Assist the class teacher in providing the learning experience of students
2. Behaviour and pastoral support
3. Ability to build robust and effective relationships with students
4. Practical approach to meet the individual needs of students
5. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
6. Caring, compassionate, and a good listener
7. Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups with students
8. Ensure safeguarding of students
9. Attend staff meetings and complete appropriate CPD

Start date: ASAP

Excellent on-site education and training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of all students.

Working hours: Mon-Fri, 8:30am-4.00pm PAYE, term time only

Salary: £80-£100 per day

Requirements:

1. You MUST have the right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorship
2. Must be able to travel to Guildford and surrounding areas

Candidates registering with Academics Ltd will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate.

Apply now or contact Eleanor Chessun-Lawrence at Academics Ltd if interested in the role:

Education and Training - Guildford