SEND – Teaching Assistant

SEND Teaching Assistant | SEN Teaching Assistant | Learning Support Assistant

Location: West Molesey
Start Date: Next Academic Year
Contract: Full-Time

About the role

At Engage Education, we’ve specialised in recruiting education staff for over a decade, so we know what makes a great school. We’re currently looking for a compassionate and dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in West Molesey from the start of the next academic year.

Our team has built an excellent reputation across Surrey and South West London, and we’re looking for enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) to reach their full potential.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEND
• Supporting children with a range of additional needs, including ASD, ADHD, speech and language needs, and SEMH
• Working closely with the class teacher and SENCO to deliver tailored learning activities
• Encouraging pupils’ independence, confidence, and social development
• Supporting behaviour positively using school strategies and routines
• Helping to create an inclusive, engaging, and safe learning environment
• Assisting with classroom preparation and learning resources where required

The ideal applicant will have:

• Previous experience supporting children with SEND in a school or educational setting
• A genuine passion for helping children overcome barriers to learning
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Patience, resilience, and a positive attitude
• A Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable but not essential
• An understanding of safeguarding and inclusive education

Highlights of becoming an Engage Education SEND Teaching Assistant

• Market-leading rates of pay
• Full-time and long-term opportunities available
• Opportunities to work in supportive and inclusive primary schools
• Free CPD and professional development courses
• Ongoing support from your own dedicated education consultant
• Excellent opportunities to develop your SEND knowledge and progress your career

About us

We are Engage Education, one of the UK’s most trusted education recruitment agencies, with professional development and support at the heart of everything we do.

• Get paid in line with national pay expectations (AWR compliant where applicable)
• Free CPD sessions
• Your own dedicated consultant
• Receive a £50 Amazon voucher when you refer a friend
• Wellbeing support, travel discounts, and retail offers from our partners

How to apply

Apply below or get in touch with the Engage Education team today to find out more.

All applicants must have the appropriate experience and be willing to obtain an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance with the DBS process will be provided.

If you have not been contacted within two working days, unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion.

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