Teaching Assistant (SEN)

Randstad Education; Guildford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency in Guildford is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support students with autism and related needs. This role requires strong interpersonal skills and a positive approach to meet individual student needs. Qualifications include GCSE Maths and English and a passion for child development. The position offers a supportive team environment, ongoing training, and several benefits. Salary ranges from £20,941.30 to £22,835.30 annually.

Benefits

Training and ongoing support

Free lunch during work hours

Perkbox subscription

Life assurance and pension plan

Car lease and bike-to-work schemes

Health cashback plan

Qualifications

• Passion for putting the child first and recognising their individuality.
• Experience or knowledge of working with SEN students.

Responsibilities

• Support students in their learning and well-being.
• Develop warm, caring relationships with students.
• Assist in delivering high-quality educational activities.

Skills

GCSE Maths

GCSE English

Understanding of Safeguarding

Experience with SEN students

Positive and creative approach

Education

GCSE Level 2/C Maths and English

L3 award in supporting teaching and learning or equivalent

Job description

Teaching Assistant Opportunity in Edenbridge, close to Guildford in Surrey. - Please read on...

Position Details:

• Hours: 40 hours per week, term time only
• Hourly Rate: £11.72 - £12.78 per hour
• Annual Salary: £20,941.30 - £22,835.30 (actual salary based on experience and qualifications)

About The School: This school is a vibrant and inspiring educational setting designed for children and young people aged 7-19 with autism and related social and communication needs. Their mission is to provide each student with the opportunity to explore and fulfill their unique potential. Their comprehensive program spans from Key Stage 2 through post-16, ensuring that they can support every stage of their students' academic journeys.

Role Overview: As a Teaching Assistant, your primary goal will be to support students in their learning and well-being, providing a safe and nurturing environment. Your responsibilities may also include caring for individual needs and managing behaviour positively.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop warm, caring, and supportive relationships with students to create a safe learning environment.
• Encourage independence and personal growth while maintaining high behaviour standards.
• Assist in delivering high-quality, challenging, and differentiated educational activities.
• Support the Class Teacher in the daily operations of the classroom.
• Adapt to the changing needs of the school to ensure smooth operations.
• Promote students' cognitive, social, emotional, physical development, and spiritual well-being.
• Collaborate effectively within a multi-professional team.
• Complete necessary documentation accurately under guidance.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Essential: GCSE Maths and English Level 2/C or above.
• Understanding of Safeguarding principles and Child Protection procedures.
• Experience or knowledge of working with SEN students.
• Passion for putting the child first and recognising their individuality.
• Positive and creative approach to meeting students' needs.
• Desirable: L3 award in supporting teaching and learning or equivalent.
• Desirable: At least one year of experience as a L2 qualified or equivalent TA.

Benefits:

• Be part of a successful team with a comprehensive support package.
• Full training and ongoing support provided.
• Opportunities to gain qualifications, funded by the organisation.
• Free lunch during work hours.
• Perkbox subscription.
• Life assurance and pension plan.
• Car lease and bike-to-work schemes.
• Free parking.
• Complimentary membership to their Health cash back plan (covering dental, optical, physio, and more).

Join this team and contribute to a meaningful and rewarding educational journey for their students!

Successful candidates will undergo pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

If you are interested in this opportunity and would like to hear more, please apply now and someone will get straight back to you, or call Paul Hirchfield on 01293 527416