SEN Teaching Assistant (PMLD)
| Posting date: | 02 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £13.80 to £15.80 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 30 June 2025 |
| Location: | Dorking, Surrey |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 178238 |
Summary
Location: Rural Surrey (Driving required)
Full-Time, Term-Time Only | Monday to Friday, 08:30-16:00
£13.80 - £15.80 per hour | Long-Term / Temp-to-Perm Opportunity
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people with special educational needs? We're looking for several committed and empathetic SEN Teaching Assistants to join a highly respected specialist school near Dorking, Surrey.
This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils aged 5-19 with complex needs, including social communication difficulties and learning disabilities, in a setting that blends education with therapeutic support. Please note: a full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle is essential, due to the school's rural location.
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you'll be at the heart of helping pupils access tailored learning and develop vital life skills. With small, ability-based class sizes (typically 5-11 pupils), you'll provide consistent support in both academic and practical subjects - from literacy and numeracy to gardening and cookery. Lessons are often delivered using a multi-sensory approach, and some pupils may use Makaton, symbols, or communication devices to communicate.
You'll play a key role in:
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Promoting pupil independence and confidence
Promoting pupil independence and confidence
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Supporting emotional regulation and behaviour management
Supporting emotional regulation and behaviour management
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Delivering personalised support based on each pupil's needs
Delivering personalised support based on each pupil's needs
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Assisting with personal care when required
Assisting with personal care when required
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A compassionate, reliable, and proactive individual
A compassionate, reliable, and proactive individual
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Patience, positivity, and a calm, consistent approach
Patience, positivity, and a calm, consistent approach
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Willingness to support personal care and behavioural needs
Willingness to support personal care and behavioural needs
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Prior experience in SEN is beneficial but not essential - empathy and adaptability are key
Prior experience in SEN is beneficial but not essential - empathy and adaptability are key
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Full UK driving licence and personal vehicle due to limited public transport
Full UK driving licence and personal vehicle due to limited public transport
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Competitive weekly PAYE pay
Competitive weekly PAYE pay
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Over 20 free CPD training courses
Over 20 free CPD training courses
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A dedicated consultant to support your placement
A dedicated consultant to support your placement
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A chance to join a forward-thinking school focused on inclusion, teamwork, and ongoing professional development
A chance to join a forward-thinking school focused on inclusion, teamwork, and ongoing professional development
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and thorough referencing.
As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are dedicated to creating a respectful, inclusive work environment. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and grow your career in a supportive, therapeutic SEN setting, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to take the next step in your professional journey.
Full-Time, Term-Time Only | Monday to Friday, 08:30-16:00
£13.80 - £15.80 per hour | Long-Term / Temp-to-Perm Opportunity
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people with special educational needs? We're looking for several committed and empathetic SEN Teaching Assistants to join a highly respected specialist school near Dorking, Surrey.
This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils aged 5-19 with complex needs, including social communication difficulties and learning disabilities, in a setting that blends education with therapeutic support. Please note: a full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle is essential, due to the school's rural location.
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you'll be at the heart of helping pupils access tailored learning and develop vital life skills. With small, ability-based class sizes (typically 5-11 pupils), you'll provide consistent support in both academic and practical subjects - from literacy and numeracy to gardening and cookery. Lessons are often delivered using a multi-sensory approach, and some pupils may use Makaton, symbols, or communication devices to communicate.
You'll play a key role in:
-
Promoting pupil independence and confidence
Promoting pupil independence and confidence
-
Supporting emotional regulation and behaviour management
Supporting emotional regulation and behaviour management
-
Delivering personalised support based on each pupil's needs
Delivering personalised support based on each pupil's needs
-
Assisting with personal care when required
Assisting with personal care when required
-
A compassionate, reliable, and proactive individual
A compassionate, reliable, and proactive individual
-
Patience, positivity, and a calm, consistent approach
Patience, positivity, and a calm, consistent approach
-
Willingness to support personal care and behavioural needs
Willingness to support personal care and behavioural needs
-
Prior experience in SEN is beneficial but not essential - empathy and adaptability are key
Prior experience in SEN is beneficial but not essential - empathy and adaptability are key
-
Full UK driving licence and personal vehicle due to limited public transport
Full UK driving licence and personal vehicle due to limited public transport
-
Competitive weekly PAYE pay
Competitive weekly PAYE pay
-
Over 20 free CPD training courses
Over 20 free CPD training courses
-
A dedicated consultant to support your placement
A dedicated consultant to support your placement
-
A chance to join a forward-thinking school focused on inclusion, teamwork, and ongoing professional development
A chance to join a forward-thinking school focused on inclusion, teamwork, and ongoing professional development
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and thorough referencing.
As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are dedicated to creating a respectful, inclusive work environment. Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and grow your career in a supportive, therapeutic SEN setting, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to take the next step in your professional journey.