Job Title: SEND Teaching Assistant (TA) Location: Epsom, Surrey Employment Type: Full-time (Monday-Friday) Hours: 08:00 – 15:30 Salary: Paid to national (or school) scale Role Overview We are seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join our inclusive team in Epsom. The successful candidate will provide high-quality, personalised support to pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), working closely with class teachers to promote academic progress, independence and wellbeing. Key Responsibilities • Assist the class teacher in planning and delivering differentiated lessons for pupils with SEND. • Provide one-to-one or small-group support, implementing individual education plans (IEPs) and behaviour strategies. • Facilitate the use of assistive technology and adaptive resources. • Monitor and record pupil progress, communicating observations to teachers and parents. • Foster a safe, respectful and stimulating classroom environment. • Contribute to team meetings, safeguarding duties and professional development activities. Required Qualifications & Experience • Level 2 (or higher) Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in a Secondary School setting, or equivalent. • Experience working with children who have SEND, preferably in a mainstream secondary school. • Strong communication, organisational and interpersonal skills. • Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to safeguarding policies. • First Aid and DBS clearance (or willingness to obtain). What We Offer • Competitive salary paid to scale with annual review. • Structured induction and ongoing CPD opportunities. • Supportive, collaborative staff culture. • Access to resources and training specific to SEND provision.
If you are interested, then please click on the apply button and contact Jake White on 020 7580 2956 l Ext: 1068.
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This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.
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The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).
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