SEN Teaching Assistants – Ad Hoc Day-to-Day Work | Guildford & Surrounding Areas

Flexible work. Make a difference every day!

Location: Guildford and surrounding areas
Job Type: Flexible, ad hoc day-to-day supply
Pay: Competitive rates, dependent on experience
Start Date: Immediate starts available

Are you a passionate and reliable SEN Teaching Assistant looking for flexible, day-to-day work?

We are recruiting enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistants to support specialist SEN schools across Guildford and the surrounding areas. With flexible, ad hoc opportunities available, this is ideal for experienced TAs looking to choose when they work while making a real difference in the lives of children and young people with additional needs.

The Role

You will provide day-to-day support in specialist SEN schools, helping pupils access learning, develop independence and feel safe and supported throughout the school day.

You may work with pupils with a range of additional needs, including autism (ASC), ADHD, profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), communication difficulties and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils with SEN.
• Assist teachers with classroom activities and tailored learning.
• Support communication, social development and emotional regulation.
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage independence.
• Help maintain a safe, structured and inclusive learning environment.
• Adapt to different school settings and pupils' individual needs.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and other support staff.

Who We're Looking For

• Experienced SEN Teaching Assistants or candidates with relevant transferable experience.
• Individuals who are patient, caring, resilient and adaptable.
• Confident communicators who can build positive relationships with pupils.
• Reliable professionals who can respond to short-notice and day-to-day bookings.
• Candidates with experience supporting autism, complex needs, SEMH or challenging behaviour are particularly encouraged to apply.

Why Work With Us?

• Flexible working: Choose the days that suit your availability.
• Variety of settings: Gain experience across specialist SEN schools in Guildford and nearby areas.
• Immediate opportunities: Access day-to-day bookings as they become available.
• Competitive pay: Rates based on experience and the role.
• Rewarding work: Make a positive impact on pupils' learning and development.

An enhanced DBS check and satisfactory safeguarding and pre-employment checks will be required in line with the role and applicable requirements.

Interested? Apply Today!

If you're looking for flexible SEN work and want to make a difference in specialist schools across Guildford, we'd love to hear from you.

Register your interest today and become part of our SEN supply team!

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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