Teaching Assistant (SEND)

eTeach UK Limited; Tandridge; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training and ongoing professional

Clear pathways into teaching

Generous pension and wellbeing support

Discounts and health & lifestyle perks

Job summary

Clifton Hill School in Caterham is seeking a part-time Teaching Assistant (SEND) to support students aged 11–19 with complex needs. The role offers term-time hours (29.75 per week) with INSET days and training provided. Start date ASAP.

The position is ideal for graduates exploring careers in education, educational psychology, or therapy, offering hands-on experience in a supportive, specialist setting. Training, DBS checks, and safeguarding are included.

Qualifications

• Curious about careers in education, psychology or therapy.
• Enthusiastic, resilient and motivated.
• Caring, patient and reflective.

Responsibilities

• Supporting students in class and in small groups.
• Helping deliver personalised learning and life skills.
• Working with students with autism, PMLD and complex needs.
• Supporting communication, independence and wellbeing.

Skills

Curious about careers in education &心理

Enthusiastic and motivated

Team player

Job description

Teaching Assistant (SEND) - Ideal for Graduates Exploring Careers in Education & Psychology Clifton Hill School, CaterhamPart-time: 29.75 hours per week (Mon–Fri, flexibility available)WMAT Associate Scale WA3 Salary: term time only + INSET days £17,358 (FTE £24,420 - £26,16)Start date: ASAP

Considering a career in teaching, educational psychology, or therapy? This role is an ideal first step after university if you’re thinking about careers such as:

• Teaching (primary, secondary or SEND)
• Educational Psychology
• Speech & Language Therapy
• Occupational Therapy
• Play or Art Therapy
• Social Work or pastoral support

You’ll gain hands‑on, meaningful experience working with young people with complex needs in a highly supportive and specialist school setting.

About Us

Clifton Hill School is a friendly, ambitious and highly supportive specialist school for students aged 11–19 with severe learning difficulties, autism, and complex needs.

• Strong team culture and collaborative approach
• Commitment to professional development
• Focus on helping every young person achieve independence and life skills

This is more than a job — it’s a career exploration opportunity where you will:

• Develop practical skills in behaviour support, communication and inclusive teaching
• Work alongside experienced teachers and therapist
• Build experience valued for PGCE, Schools Direct and postgraduate training
• Gain insight into specialist education and multidisciplinary working
• Receive full training – no prior SEND experience required

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting students in class and in small groups
• Helping deliver personalised learning and life skills
• Working with students with autism, PMLD and complex needs
• Supporting communication, independence and wellbeing
• Contributing to a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment

We welcome applications from all backgrounds, especially those who are:

• Curious about careers in education, psychology or therapy
• Enthusiastic, resilient and motivated
• Caring, patient and reflective
• Comfortable working as part of a team
• Keen to learn and develop professionally
• Experience is helpful but not essential – your attitude and commitment matter most.

What We Offer

• A warm, welcoming and supportive staff team
• Full training and ongoing professional development
• Clear pathways into teaching and specialist careers
• Generous pension and wellbeing support
• Discounts and health & lifestyle benefits

Safeguarding Statement: Clifton Hill school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, governors and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check, health check and other safer recruitment checks, including online searches.