Position: SEND Teaching Assistant (TA) | Location: Cobham, Surrey | Hours: Full-time, Monday-Fri, 08:30-11:30 (30-hour week) | Salary: Paid to Scale (National Minimum/Living Wage Scale)
Role Overview
We are seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to support a vibrant, inclusive classroom environment in Cobham, Surrey. Working closely with the class teacher and the SEND coordinator, you will provide targeted assistance to pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), promoting their academic progress, social development, and confidence.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver differentiated support to individual students and small groups during the morning session.
- Implement and adapt lesson materials, visual aids, and assistive technologies as directed.
- Monitor student engagement, record observations, and communicate progress to the teacher and parents.
- Support behaviour management strategies, ensuring a safe and respectful learning space.
- Assist with daily routines, including transitions, sensory breaks, and personal care where needed.
- Contribute to the development and review of Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
- Participate in team meetings, training, and professional development sessions.
Essential Criteria
- Experience working with children who have SEND (e.g., ASD, ADHD, dyslexia, physical impairments).
- Relevant qualifications (e.g., CACHE Level 2/3, GCSEs in English & Maths).
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Patience, empathy, and a proactive, solution-focused attitude.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.
Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.
The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).
If the position you are applying for involves working with children or vulnerable adults, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.
Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.
Contact Details:
Axcis Education Recruitment Recruitment Team
