Sen Teaching Assistant

Specialist Teaching Assistant – SEN School

Tadworth
9:00am – 5:00pm
48-Week Contract | Immediate & September Starts Available

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role supporting children and young people with complex additional needs?

We're recruiting Specialist Teaching Assistants to join a highly respected SEN school in Tadworth, supporting pupils aged 2–19 with profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD), acquired brain injuries, brain tumours and complex medical needs.

The Role:

• Support pupils with PMLD and a wide range of complex physical, medical and learning needs.
• Assist with personal care, mobility and daily living activities where required.
• Encourage communication, engagement and independence through tailored support.
• Work alongside teachers, therapists and healthcare professionals to deliver individual learning programmes.
• Help create a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment where every student can thrive.
• Support pupils across both classroom activities and wider school life.

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with PMLD or complex SEN.
• Confident providing personal care and supporting pupils with physical and medical needs.
• Classroom-based SEN experience is highly desirable.
• A calm, patient and compassionate approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for making a positive difference in the lives of children with additional needs.

What We Offer:

• Full-time, part-time, permanent and maternity cover opportunities.
• Competitive weekly pay.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.
• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• The chance to join a specialist school with outstanding staff support and excellent student-to-staff ratios.

If you have the experience and dedication to support children with complex additional needs, apply today and become part of a team making a real difference every single day!

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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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