Teaching Assistant - Walton-on-Thames

Empowering Learning Ltd; Walton-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free CPD and training

Consultant dedicated to you

Job summary

Empowering Learning Ltd in Walton-on-Thames is seeking a SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils with complex needs and ASD in a welcoming school environment. The role is long-term, starting ASAP, with a typical day 8:15 to 16:00 and a daily rate of £95–£130.

Applicants should have a DBS or be willing to obtain one; experience with SEN such as ASD, SLD, or PMLD is valued. You will join a supportive, forward-thinking team and have access to free CPD and specialist training through Empowering

Qualifications

• Good organisational skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Empathetic and patient nature with a nurturing approach to children and families.
• Ability to develop positive relationships with children.
• Knowledge of supporting children with SEN including ASD, SLD, PMLD is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with complex needs and ASD in a school setting.
• Work as part of a dedicated school team to enhance inclusion and opportunities for children.
• Build positive, caring relationships with pupils and their families.

Skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Empathy and patience

SEN knowledge

Job description

Empowering Learning is currently looking for a SEND (Complex needs/ASD) Teaching Assistant based in Walton-on-Thames, KT12.

The role is a long-term position starting as soon as possible.

Ideally, we're looking for candidates with a valid DBS; however, we can assist in processing one should you not have a certificate.

The school caters for pupils with complex needs and requires someone familiar with supporting children with complex needs and ASD in a school setting.

We are looking for someone committed, enthusiastic and flexible to join a friendly and professional team. If you have a passion for working with children and want to work in a setting that celebrates inclusion and cultural diversity, values community and strives to provide the very best opportunities for each and every child, then this role could be for you.

Teaching Assistant - Requirements

• Good organisational skills, as well as flexibility and willing to work as part of a team.
• A passionate, empathetic and patient nature with a nurturing and inclusive approach to children and their families.
• The ability to develop positive and caring relationships with children.
• A positive person who can work as part of a dedicated team and is able to offer commitment to the life of our school community.
• The ability to support a child with specific learning difficulties and some understanding and knowledge of different kinds of SEN including ASD, SLD, PMLD.
• Recent experience, skills or knowledge of supporting children in a school setting would be an advantage.

What's in it for you as a Teaching assistant

• £95 - £130 per day
• Rewarding role
• 8:15 - 16:00 hours
• ASAP start
• The chance to work within a dynamic and forward-thinking school
• Free CPD and team teach training in partnership with Empowering Learning
• A consultant dedicated to you

Here at Empowering Learning, we don't only offer excellent rates of pay and the opportunity to work with a consultant with the experience and ability to find you the perfect next career move.

Teaching Assistant Job Requirements

• Legal right to work in the UK
• Subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, or overseas Police clearances (if applicable)
• Primary Education experience