Specialist SEND Teaching Assistant - Transform Young Lives

Teaching Personnel; Camberley; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel in Surrey is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a specialist education setting supporting pupils aged 7–19 with ASC and SLCN. The role involves working with teachers and therapists to enable learning and independent living in a nurturing environment.

This full-time temp-to-perm post offers stable responsibilities and progression within a well-resourced school. The ideal candidate will have experience with children or SEND, great communication, and a patient,

Qualifications

• Experience with children or young people, ideally within education or SEND.
• Patient, caring and resilient approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.
• Teaching Assistant qualifications are desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with their learning and personal development.
• Assist the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons and activities.
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, therapists and other professionals.
• Adapt learning resources to meet individual needs.
• Help create a safe, inclusive and supportive classroom environment.

Skills

Experience with children

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Adaptability

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Teaching Personnel in Surrey is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a specialist education setting supporting pupils aged 7–19 with ASC and SLCN. The role involves working with teachers and therapists to enable learning and independent living in a nurturing environment.

This full-time temp-to-perm post offers stable responsibilities and progression within a well-resourced school. The ideal candidate will have experience with children or SEND, great communication, and a patient,