SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching AssistantSalary/Rate:£85.00 – £95.00 per day (PAYE)Job type:ContractTown/City:Mid SurreyCounty:SurreyRole:Support StaffJob ref:604Post Date:11.09.26Apply NowCreate Job AlertScroll

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About the Role

Teaching Assistant Opportunities – Leatherhead, Surrey

 

Are you a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated individual looking for a rewarding role in education? We are currently recruiting Teaching Assistants to work across a number of welcoming schools in the Leatherhead area, supporting children with a range of additional learning needs. Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant or looking to begin a career in education, we'd love to hear from you.

 

Job Details

Position: Teaching Assistant
Location: Leatherhead, Surrey
Contract Type: Term Time Only | Short-Term, Long-Term & Ad-Hoc Opportunities Available
Pay: £85.00 – £95.00 per day (PAYE)

 

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you'll support pupils both inside and outside the classroom, helping them to access learning, develop confidence and reach their full potential. Opportunities are available within mainstream and specialist settings, supporting children with SEND, including autism, speech and language needs, SEMH and complex learning needs.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Providing one-to-one and small group support.
• Assisting pupils with their learning, communication and social development.
• Supporting teachers with classroom activities and lesson delivery.
• Promoting positive behaviour and encouraging independence.
• Helping to implement individual learning and behaviour support plans.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists and other professionals.
• Creating a safe, positive and inclusive learning environment.

 

About You

We're looking for individuals who are:

• Passionate about supporting children and young people.
• Patient, caring and resilient.
• Confident building positive relationships with pupils and colleagues.
• Flexible and able to adapt to different classroom environments.
• Strong communicators with a proactive approach.

Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, Support Worker, Care Worker or working with children or young people is highly desirable, although candidates with transferable skills are encouraged to apply.

Relevant qualifications in education, childcare or special educational needs are beneficial but not essential.

 

Why Apply?

• Opportunities across a variety of welcoming schools.
• Flexible short-term, long-term and permanent opportunities.
• Weekly PAYE pay with competitive daily rates.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant.
• Access to professional development and training opportunities.
• A rewarding role where you can have a lasting impact on children's lives.

 

Safeguarding & Equal Opportunities

Inspire EHC and our partner schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory professional references. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Please note that sponsorship is not available for these positions.

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