Teaching Assistant (Permanent, Full-Time)
Location: Cranleigh
Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)
Hours: Full-time, permanent - Starting September 2026 or before
About the Role
We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistants to join a specialist education setting supporting children and young people aged 5–19 with complex learning needs, including autism and associated difficulties.
This is a rewarding opportunity to be part of a multidisciplinary team delivering a highly personalised curriculum supported by an integrated therapeutic approach. The setting places a strong emphasis on communication, independence, and preparing learners for life beyond education.
Key Responsibilities
Support students in both classroom and community-based learning environments
Work closely with teachers and therapists to deliver individualised learning programmes
Promote communication, social interaction, and independence skills
Provide pastoral care and contribute to a safe, inclusive learning environment
Assist with behaviour support strategies tailored to individual needs
Support students with personal care needs, including toileting, hygiene, dressing, and feeding, delivered with dignity and respect
Encourage participation in life skills and enrichment activities
About You
We are looking for individuals who are:
Passionate about supporting young people with special educational needs
Patient, resilient, and empathetic in their approach
Comfortable supporting personal care needs as part of a holistic role
Strong team players with excellent communication skills
Adaptable and willing to learn new strategies and approaches
Ideally experienced in SEN, care, or education settings (not essential – training provided)
Able to travel to a rural/less accessible location; access to a vehicle is highly desirable
What We Offer
A supportive and values-driven working environment
Opportunities for ongoing professional development and training
Access to a multidisciplinary team including therapy specialists
The chance to make a meaningful impact on young people’s lives
Career progression opportunities within a growing organisation
About the Setting
This specialist provision supports a small cohort of learners with complex needs through a highly personalised and therapeutic approach to education. Many students have autism and require tailored support to access learning and develop independence skills.
The organisation promotes an inclusive ethos, welcoming staff and students from all backgrounds, and is committed to enabling every individual to achieve their full potential.
Safeguarding
This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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