Teaching Assistant In Guildford

TimePlan Education; Guildford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

TimePlan Education is seeking a Teaching Assistant for a Guildford school, starting September 2026. The role involves supporting individual pupils, including those with SEND, to access learning in a positive and inclusive environment.

You will assist the class teacher, work one-to-one and in small groups, and contribute to pupils' social, emotional and academic development. A DBS check is required.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a school, childcare or similar setting.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND.
• Patient, empathetic and committed to helping every child succeed.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Works well in a team and uses initiative.
• Holds Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or is willing to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and effective lessons.
• Work with pupils one-to-one and in small groups.
• Provide targeted support for children with SEND.
• Adapt learning activities to meet individual pupil requirements.
• Encourage positive behaviour, independence and engagement in learning.
• Support pupils' social, emotional and academic development.
• Assist in creating a safe, inclusive, and nurturing classroom environment.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Empathy

Enhanced DBS

Education

Enhanced DBS Update Service

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Guildford

Location: Guildford, Surrey

Start Date: September 2026

Contract: Full-Time, Term-Time Only

We are working with a welcoming and supportive school in Guildford that is looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant from September.

This role will involve supporting individual pupils in the classroom, including children with SEND. The successful candidate will play a key role in helping students access learning, build confidence, and achieve their full potential in a positive and inclusive environment.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and effective lessons.


• Work with pupils on a one-to-one basis and in small groups.


• Provide targeted support for children with SEND, including Autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, and other additional learning needs.


• Help adapt learning activities to meet individual pupil requirements.


• Encourage positive behaviour, independence, and engagement in learning.


• Support pupils' social, emotional, and academic development.


• Assist in creating a safe, inclusive, and nurturing classroom environment.

The Ideal Candidate

• Has previous experience working with children in a school, childcare, or similar setting.


• Has experience supporting pupils with SEND or a genuine interest in developing within this area.


• Is patient, empathetic, and committed to helping every child succeed.


• Has strong communication and interpersonal skills.


• Works effectively as part of a team and can use their own initiative.


• Holds an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or is willing to obtain one.

What the School Offers

• A supportive leadership team and welcoming staff.


• Opportunities for training and professional development.


• Valuable experience supporting a range of learning needs.


• A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to pupils' lives.

TimePlan Education Group Limited is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and is subject to a successful Enhanced Disclosure, Barring Service (DBS) check and two professional references. INDTPSUR