Sen Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant – Cranleigh

Primary & Secondary Ages | Permanent Position

We are currently recruiting compassionate, reliable, and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants for a specialist school in Cranleigh supporting both primary and secondary-aged students.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people with additional needs within a supportive and nurturing environment.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support students with a range of special educational needs
• Work closely with teaching staff to deliver tailored learning support
• Provide one-to-one and small group assistance
• Support students with emotional regulation, communication, and engagement
• Assist with personal care where required
• Help create a safe, positive, and inclusive learning environment

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEN (preferred but not essential)
• A caring, patient, and resilient approach
• Confidence supporting students with additional needs and behaviours
• Willingness to provide personal care support
• Access to a car and a full driving licence due to the school’s location
• Availability for full-time work or a minimum of 3 days per week
• Mandatory availability on Tuesdays and Wednesdays

What We Offer

• Permanent opportunities within a supportive SEN setting
• Competitive pay and long-term stability
• Ongoing training and professional development
• A friendly and welcoming staff team
• The chance to make a lasting impact on students’ lives

Location

Cranleigh, Surrey

Job Type

Permanent
Full-time or part-time (minimum 3 days per week)

Apply Now

If you are passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs and are looking for a rewarding long-term role, we would love to hear from you.

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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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