Supportive Primary School In Guildford Looking For A Compassionate Send Teaching Assistant!

Marchant Recruitment; Guildford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant for a supportive primary school in Guildford, Surrey. The role focuses on supporting pupils with additional learning needs, enabling access to activities and developing independence.

The ideal candidate will work one-to-one or in small groups, support communication and social skills, and collaborate with the SEND team to implement strategies, while upholding safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children with SEND is essential.
• Experience in a primary school or similar educational setting is highly desirable.
• Understanding of individual learning needs and inclusive classroom practice.
• Patient, flexible and confident building positive relationships with pupils.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
• An enhanced DBS check will be required in line with the role.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with additional needs.
• Assist pupils with classroom activities and learning tasks.
• Support communication, social skills and emotional regulation.
• Work alongside teachers and the school's SEND team to implement support strategies.
• Encourage positive behaviour, independence and participation.
• Assist with the preparation of learning resources and adapted activities.
• Observe and communicate pupil progress and concerns to relevant staff.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and maintain appropriate professional boundaries.

Skills

SEND experience

Primary school experience

Communication

Relationship building

Job description

Location: Guildford, Surrey
Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Dependent on experience
Contract Type: Full-time, long-term temporary

About the School

A supportive primary school in Guildford is seeking a patient and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with additional learning needs. The school is looking for someone who can help pupils access classroom activities, develop independence and engage positively with their learning.

About the Role

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with additional needs.

• Assist pupils with classroom activities and learning tasks.

• Support communication, social skills and emotional regulation.

• Work alongside teachers and the school's SEND team to implement support strategies.

• Encourage positive behaviour, independence and participation.

• Assist with the preparation of learning resources and adapted activities.

• Observe and communicate pupil progress and concerns to relevant staff.

• Follow safeguarding procedures and maintain appropriate professional boundaries.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience supporting children with SEND is essential.

• Experience in a primary school or similar educational setting is highly desirable.

• Understanding of individual learning needs and inclusive classroom practice.

• Patient, flexible and confident building positive relationships with pupils.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.

• A proactive approach to supporting pupil development and wellbeing.

An enhanced DBS check will be required in line with the role.