Join A Dynamic Team as a SEN Teaching Assistant near Caterham
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people with special educational needs? Look no further : weve got the perfect opportunity for you
Position: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Caterham, Surrey
Hourly Rate: GBP12.31 : GBP13.16 per hour
Annual Salary: GBP21,995.67 : GBP23,514.45 (depending on experience and qualifications) + GBP1,000 Welcome Bonus*
Working Hours: 40 hours per week (8:30 am : 4:30 pm), with the flexibility to work until 5 pm one day a week for staff training. Term time only.
About The School
Part of a renowned SEN Academy Group, This School is a vibrant 30:place learning centre, dedicated to supporting young people aged 11:16 with communication challenges, social interaction difficulties (typically linked to Aspergers Syndrome and Autism), and challenging behaviours. They focus on fostering growth, independence, and a sense of belonging for every student.
The School works closely with a local sister school, sharing the same Principal and Head of School, though each has its own dedicated team. Their on:site therapy team provides ongoing support for both staff and students, ensuring everyone thrives in this dynamic environment.
What Makes This Role Exciting?
* Impact Lives Every Day: Youll be shaping futures, empowering students to overcome challenges, and celebrating their achievements.
* A Supportive, Inspiring Environment: Work alongside a passionate, multi:disciplinary team, sharing ideas, learning together, and building positive relationships.
* A Creative Approach to Education: Help deliver a broad, innovative curriculum that nurtures every aspect of student development.
* A Commitment to Well:Being: Join an organisation that truly cares about the well:being of both its students and staff.
* Ongoing Development: Theyre invested in your growth too Benefit from continuous training and the chance to develop your skills further.
Key Responsibilities:
* Build warm, supportive relationships with students, helping them feel safe and engaged in their learning.
* Promote independence, personal development, and emotional well:being.
* Assist the Class Teacher in daily classroom management and adapting to the ever:changing needs of the students.
* Participate in the full range of school activities, with occasional physical intervention (dont worry, full training provided).
* Encourage the cognitive, social, emotional, and spiritual development of students.
What theyre Looking For:
* Minimum GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4 or equivalent).
* Ideally, a Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (not essential but a big plus).
* Previous experience in a special school or SEN environment is highly desirable.
* Team TEACH training (desirable but not required).
Whats In It For You?
As part of the supportive and successful team, youll enjoy a range of benefits:
* GBP1,000 Welcome Bonus
* Life assurance and enhanced pension scheme.
* High street discounts through Perkbox.
* Employee assistance program.
* Car lease scheme and Bike to work scheme.
* Fully funded training and qualifications to support your career development.
* Free membership to our Health Cash Back Plan : reclaim costs on dental, optical, and physiotherapy services.
Ready ?
If this sounds like a role that you can do please Apply today on or Apply on for a chat about the role.
Start changing lives today
*GBP1,000 Welcome Bonus paid in two instalments: 50 after successful completion of probation, and the remaining 50 after one year of service.