SEN Teaching Assistant

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Cranleigh, Surrey, South East England

Salary: £21,599 - £22,462 per annum (pro rata for part-time)

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time (term-time only)

Job Description:
Join a dedicated team supporting children and young people aged 5–19 with complex learning disabilities and social communication difficulties at a specialist SEN community setting in Cranleigh, Surrey. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students with SEMH and autism.

Key Responsibilities:
As a SEN Teaching Assistant based in Cranleigh, your daily duties will include:

Supporting small classes of 8–13 students with diverse needs, including communication and behavioural challenges.
Assisting with literacy, numeracy, and daily living skills to promote independence.
Using communication tools such as Makaton, signs, symbols, or communication aids within a multi-sensory approach.
Providing emotional and behavioural support, helping students manage anxiety, frustration, or distress.
Working collaboratively within a skilled team, participating in ongoing training and development.
Supporting students with personal care needs, with full training provided.

Requirements & Qualifications:
To be successful as a SEN Teaching Assistant in Cranleigh, you will need:

A compassionate and resilient attitude with a genuine desire to support children with SEN.
Literacy and numeracy skills to support student learning and complete records.
Strong communication skills with children, families, and professionals.
Patience and calmness when supporting students with complex needs.
Willingness to provide personal care after appropriate training.
No prior experience necessary; full training and development will be provided.

Benefits & Work Environment:

Competitive salary with regular pay reviews.
Fully funded, nationally recognised TA qualification through an apprenticeship programme.
Generous retention bonus scheme.
Life assurance and medical cash plan (after qualifying period).
Free hot lunch during term-time and free on-site parking.
Access to Employee Assistance Service, Mental Health First Aiders, and Occupational Health support.
Supportive, inclusive workplace focused on wellbeing and professional growth.

If you are a compassionate, dedicated individual seeking a rewarding role in Cranleigh supporting children with SEN, apply today!

Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business for temporary staffing and as an employment agency for permanent placements. We are an equal opportunities employer, making decisions based on merit.