At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide tailored support to learners with SEN, focusing on SEMH needs in various settings.
- Company: Join a highly commended, 'Ofsted Good' SEN school in Leatherhead, known for its innovative approach.
- Benefits: Enjoy a full-time, permanent contract with extensive CPD courses and clear career progression pathways.
- Other info: The school features exceptional facilities, including sensory rooms and outdoor learning opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of young people with SEN in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Must have 6-12 months experience in care or education and GCSEs in Maths and English.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
Location: Leatherhead
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:
- Award Winning school (multiple years and accolades)
- Incredible space and resources including a cafe, 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:
- Providing tailored support to learners on a 1:1, small group, and wider classroom basis.
- Assisting students with various SEN requirements, focusing heavily on SEMH needs.
- Fostering a love for learning while guiding students toward independence.
- Communicating effectively with parents and carers regarding pupil progress.
- Actively participating 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.
Note: 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: A 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 Leatherhead employer: Randstad Staffing
This award-winning SEN school in Leatherhead offers a secure career with brilliant staff retention. Enjoy unrivalled training and modern resources in a beautiful rural setting, fostering a positive impact on students' lives.
