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 - we've got the perfect opportunity for you!
Position: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Caterham, Surrey
Hourly Rate: £12.31 - £13.16 per hour
Annual Salary: £21,995.67 - £23,514.45 (depending on experience and qualifications) + £1,000 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 Asperger's 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: You'll 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: They're 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 (don't worry, full training provided).
- Encourage the cognitive, social, emotional, and spiritual development of students.
What they're 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).
What's In It For You?
As part of the supportive and successful team, you'll enjoy a range of benefits:
- £1,000 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 to apply?
Take the next step in your career and become part of this exciting journey. Apply today or email
Start changing lives today!
- £1,000 Welcome Bonus paid in two instalments: 50% after successful completion of probation, and the remaining 50% after one year of service.
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