At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide tailored support to learners with SEN, focusing on SEMH needs in a classroom setting.
- Company: Join a highly commended, 'Ofsted Good' SEN school near Hindhead, known for its innovative approach.
- Benefits: Enjoy a full-time, permanent contract with extensive CPD courses and clear career progression opportunities.
- Other info: The school supports over 90 pupils and features unique resources like sensory rooms and a climbing wall.
- Why this job: Be part of an award-winning school that offers exceptional facilities and outdoor learning opportunities.
- Qualifications: Candidates should have 6-12 months experience in care or education and GCSEs in Maths and English.
The predicted salary is between 23000 - 27000 £ per year.
Location: Near Hindhead
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Setting: Innovative SEN & Part-Residential School (Ages 8-19)
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people? Do you want to empower learners with Special Educational Needs (SEN) to lead fully independent and enriched lives? We are urgently seeking a resilient, fun, and creative SEN Teaching Assistant to join a highly commended, "Ofsted Good" SEN school. If you have experience in care or education or personal experience with SEN and a desire to support students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, we want to hear from you.
About the SEN School & Your Environment
- This long-standing, innovative SEN setting is a beacon of excellence, often used as a positive framework for other SEN schools across the country.
- Currently supporting over 90 pupils on roll, the school features a part‑residential provision and sits on expansive rural grounds.
- Award Winning school (multiple years and accolades)
- Incredible space and resources including a café, climbing wall, artist in residence, sensory rooms (multiple) and iPads for every learner!
- Extensive outdoor learning opportunities, providing a safe, therapeutic environment for pupils to explore, grow, and develop.
Your Role and Responsibilities
- Provide tailored support to learners on a 1:1, small group, and wider classroom basis.
- Assist students with various SEN requirements, focusing heavily on SEMH needs.
- Foster a love for learning while guiding students toward independence.
- Communicate effectively with parents and carers regarding pupil progress.
- Actively participate in departmental meetings, parents’ evenings, and whole-school training events.
What We Are Looking For (Requirements)
- Experience: 6 to 12 months of experience in a care, education, or learning support environment.
- Qualifications: GCSEs in Maths and English (or equivalent) and eligibility to work in the UK.
- Mindset: A flexible, resilient, and positive approach to supporting learners with complex needs.
- Direct SEN experience is highly desirable, though candidates with a strong care background or those with personal SEN experience looking to transition into education are encouraged to apply.
Why Work With Us? (Benefits & Progression)
- A Secure Career: Full-time, permanent contract.
- Career Progression: Clear pathways to advance from Senior Teaching Assistant into specialised areas like therapies, skill development, and inclusion support.
- Unrivalled Training: Extensive, fully-funded Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses.
- Exceptional Facilities: Superb, spacious classrooms situated on beautiful rural grounds.
- Modern Resources: Access to the latest educational technology, including interactive whiteboards and iPads.
SEN Teaching Assistant in Hindhead employer: Randstad Staffing
This innovative SEN school near Hindhead is a beacon of excellence, offering superb facilities and outdoor learning. With a focus on empowering students aged 8-19, the school provides unrivalled training and clear pathways for career advancement. Join a team dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of young people with SEN.
