SEN Teaching Assistant

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Cranleigh, Surrey, South East England

FTE Salary: £23,149 - £24,496 per annum
Term-time-only Salary: £21,599 - £22,462 per annum, pro rata for part-time

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time

Job Description:
Join our dedicated education team at a leading SEN Community in Cranleigh, Surrey, as a SEN Teaching Assistant. This rewarding role involves supporting students aged 5-19 with complex learning disabilities and social communication difficulties, helping them access therapy-based education and develop essential life skills.

Key Responsibilities:
As a SEN Teaching Assistant based in Cranleigh, Surrey, your daily duties will include:

• Supporting small classes of 8-13 students with diverse needs, focusing on literacy, numeracy, and daily living skills.
• Assisting students in communication using Makaton, signs, symbols, or communication aids through a multi-sensory approach.
• Providing emotional and behavioural support, helping students manage feelings of anxiety, frustration, or emotional distress.
• Working collaboratively within a skilled team, participating in ongoing training and development programmes.
• Supporting students with personal care needs, following full training provided.

Requirements & Qualifications:
To be successful as a SEN Teaching Assistant, you will need:

• No prior experience is required, as comprehensive training will be provided.
• Strong communication skills and patience to support children with complex behaviours.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills to support student learning and complete documentation.
• Empathy, resilience, and a positive attitude.
• Willingness to provide personal care for students when necessary.
• A commitment to ongoing professional development.

Benefits & Work Environment:

• Competitive salary with regular pay reviews.
• Fully funded, nationally recognised TA qualification through a funded apprenticeship programme.
• Generous retention bonus scheme.
• Life Assurance and Medical Cash Plan (after qualifying period).
• Free hot lunch during term-time and free on-site parking.
• Access to Employee Assistance Service, Mental Health First Aiders, and Occupational Health support.

If you are a compassionate individual seeking a meaningful career supporting young people with special educational needs in Cranleigh, Surrey, apply today!

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