Sen Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant

Hours: Monday – Friday, Full-Time, Term-Time Only
Location: Redhill
Start Date: ASAP
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About the Role

We are looking for a caring and experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist SEN school in Redhill.

You will support pupils with a range of additional and complex needs, helping them access learning, develop communication and social skills, manage their emotions and build greater confidence and independence.

Key Responsibilities

Provide 1:1 and small-group SEN support

Support differentiated and personalised learning activities

Assist with communication and social development

Promote independence, confidence and engagement

Support positive behaviour and emotional regulation

Follow individual EHCP targets and support plans

Assist with personal care where required

Work closely with teachers and the wider SEN team

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN

Patient, caring and adaptable approach

Confidence supporting pupils with additional or complex needs

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Comfortable supporting personal care where required

Enhanced DBS on the Update Service

Right to Work in the UK

Desirable:

Previous experience within a specialist SEN school

Experience supporting ASD, MLD, SLD or PMLD

Knowledge of Makaton, PECS, AAC or sensory approaches

Manual handling / moving and handling experience

What This Role Offers

ASAP start

Full-time, Monday – Friday position

Specialist SEN school environment

Supportive and experienced SEN team

Opportunity to develop specialist SEN experience

Long-term opportunity with potential for permanent work

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