1:1 Teaching Assistant

1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant – Primary School – Oxshott, Surrey

Location: Oxshott, Surrey
Pay: £15.00 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm (Full-Time)
Start Date: September 2026

About the role

Engage Education is recruiting for a caring, dedicated and enthusiastic 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Oxshott, Surrey from the start of the next academic year.

This rewarding role involves providing dedicated one-to-one support for a pupil with additional needs, helping them access learning, build confidence and achieve their full potential within a supportive and inclusive school environment.

What you’ll be doing

• Providing dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with Special Educational Needs throughout the school day.
• Supporting the pupil to access classroom learning and differentiated activities.
• Encouraging the development of communication, social and emotional skills.
• Working closely with the class teacher, SENCO and wider support team to implement individual learning strategies.
• Promoting positive behaviour and helping the pupil develop independence and confidence.
• Building a positive, trusting relationship with the pupil and their family where appropriate.

What we’re looking for

• Previous experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs in a school or educational setting.
• Experience working on a 1:1 basis is desirable.
• A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is preferred, although relevant experience will also be considered.
• A patient, caring and adaptable approach.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• A genuine passion for supporting children to achieve their full potential.

About the school

This friendly and inclusive primary school in Oxshott is committed to ensuring every child receives the support they need to thrive. Staff work collaboratively to create a nurturing environment where pupils are encouraged to develop academically, socially and emotionally. The school has a strong leadership team and places pupil wellbeing at the heart of everything it does.

Why choose Engage Education?

• Competitive pay of £15.00 per hour.
• We pay all our staff in line with the Agency Worker Regulations, meaning your pay will be equal to that of a permanent employee where applicable.
• Your own dedicated Engage Education consultant providing ongoing support throughout your placement.
• Free access to a wide range of CPD training delivered by our experienced team of education professionals.
• £50 Amazon voucher through our Refer a Friend scheme.
• Opportunities for long-term career development within education.

How to apply

If you’re excited about making a genuine difference in a child’s education and would like to join this fantastic school in Oxshott, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch with the Engage Education team for more information.

If you have not been contacted within two working days, unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to provide individual feedback. However, we will keep your CV on file and continue to contact you about other suitable opportunities.

All applicants will be required to complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance will be provided.

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We look forward to hearing from you!