SEN Classroom Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant - Where Every Day Brings New Possibilities

Imagine working in a school where woodland walks, sensory learning, outdoor adventures and creativity are woven into everyday education.

If you're passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs and want to make a genuine difference, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for.

Based in the beautiful surroundings of Cranleigh, Surrey, this Ofsted Outstanding specialist school sits within 23 acres of therapeutic grounds and is built on a simple but powerful belief:

"No limits... just possibilities."

Why Join This Exceptional Setting?

Supporting students aged 5-19 with autism, communication difficulties and complex learning needs, this specialist provision delivers highly personalised learning programmes designed to nurture confidence, independence and emotional wellbeing.

From sensory experiences and life-skills sessions to outdoor education and community learning, no two days are ever the same.

The Role

SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Cranleigh, Surrey
Full-Time |Permanent| Monday-Friday | 08:30am - 4:15pm

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support students on a 1:1 and small-group basis

• Assist teachers in delivering personalised learning activities

• Encourage communication, independence and life skills development

• Support emotional regulation and positive behaviour strategies

• Help facilitate community-based learning and work-related experiences

• Work closely with teachers, therapists and families

• Provide personal care support when required

What's On Offer?

• Fully funded nationally recognised Teaching Assistant qualification

• Excellent progression opportunities into Senior TA and HLTA positions

• Team Teach positive behaviour support training

• Free hot lunches during term time

• Access to specialist facilities including sensory rooms and outdoor learning environments

• On-site parking

• Ongoing mentoring and supportive leadership

• Employee wellbeing and counselling services

• The opportunity to work within a highly respected specialist provision

What We're Looking For

We're seeking individuals who are:

• Patient, resilient and compassionate

• Strong communicators and team players

• Experienced within SEN, education, childcare, social care or similar support environments

• Able to support students with complex communication and behavioural needs

Essential Requirements

• UK-based experience is required

• Minimum 3-12 months' experience in SEN, education, childcare, social care or a transferable support role

• No criminal convictions or reprimands

• Right to work in the UK or a valid visa

• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs

Start a Career That Truly Matters

This is more than a job-it's an opportunity to become part of a nurturing, therapeutic and inspiring environment where every achievement is celebrated and every child is empowered to thrive.

Apply today and begin a rewarding career where your support can change lives every single day.

experience

Non Teaching

skills

ability to track progression in attainment,background in youth work,behaviour management,building relationships,classroom management,communication,de-escalation techniques,empathy,experience in administering medication,experience in managing challenging behaviour,experience with autism spectrum disorders,experience with learning difficulties,experience with social emotional mental health,inclusiveness,manual handling,marking,mentor experience,personal care experience,planning,resilience,restraint training,speech and language therapy experience

qualifications

CACHE level 1 or 2,CACHE level 2 or 3,early childhood studies degree,health and social care experience,health and social care qualifications (NVQ),HLTA,HLTA,NVQ level 2,NVQ level 3,NVQ level 4,Schools direct

education

high school,college,university