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
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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 paul.hirchfield@randstadeducation.co.uk
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.
