Details:
- Salary: £100 - 110 - Day
- Job Type: Temporary
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Day
- Location: Tadworth
- Date: 4 days ago
Description:
Teaching Assistant / Support Worker – Specialist SEN School
Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities | Temporary-to-Permanent & Permanent Roles
Location: Tadworth, Surrey
Salary: Competitive
Start Date: ASAP
Make a Real Difference Every Day
Are you looking for a meaningful and rewarding career where you can positively impact the lives of children and young people?
We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Teaching Assistants and Support Workers to join our specialist SEN schools in Tadworth. This is a fantastic opportunity to support pupils with a range of complex needs, including:
Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD)
Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD)
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Acquired brain injuries
Physical disabilities and mobility impairments
Complex medical, physical, and learning needs
Whether you have previous experience within Special Educational Needs (SEN) or are looking to begin a rewarding career in education and care, we welcome individuals who are caring, resilient, and eager to make a difference.
The Role
As a Teaching Assistant / Support Worker, you will play a vital role in helping pupils access learning, develop independence, and achieve their individual goals. Working closely with teachers, therapists, and other professionals, you will provide both educational and personal care support within a nurturing, inclusive environment.
Key Responsibilities
Support pupils in the classroom and adapt activities to meet individual learning needs
Assist with sensory-based learning, communication strategies, and structured routines
Provide personal care, including feeding, toileting, and changing support
Support pupils with physical disabilities and mobility needs, including the use of specialist equipment and hoists (full training provided)
Encourage independence, social interaction, and the development of essential life skills
Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
Help create a safe, engaging, and supportive environment where every child can thrive
About You
We're looking for individuals who are:
Caring, patient, and empathetic, with a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
Interested in developing a career in education, care, or specialist support services
Comfortable providing personal care or willing to learn
Proactive, resilient, and adaptable when supporting children with complex needs
Strong communicators who work well as part of a team
Reliable, enthusiastic, and committed to making a positive impact
Previous experience in an SEN, healthcare, or care setting is advantageous but not essential. Full training and ongoing support will be provided.
Why Join Us?
Competitive salary
Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities
Temporary-to-permanent and permanent positions available
Comprehensive induction and specialist SEN training
Supportive, friendly, and experienced team environment
Excellent opportunities for career progression within education and care
The chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people every day
If you're compassionate, motivated, and ready to begin a truly rewarding career supporting children with special educational needs, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and start making a difference.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
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