SEN Teaching Assistant in Godalming

Surrey - Education - Special Needs Teaching Assistant - SEN - £80-£90 per day Do you have a passion for demonstrating the value of education, and supporting children with Autism and Speech, Language & Communication needs?This specialist school near Godalming is looking for a dedicated Special Needs Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) to support children aged 4-17 with mild to moderate learning difficulties.The Special Needs Teaching Assistant role is an excellent way to get your 'foot in the door', providing the opportunity to work closely and network with other teams of professionals, gaining relevant experience, and expanding your knowledge and skillset. It is also the perfect opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant, looking for a new and exciting opportunity. The Special Needs LSA role will give you essential experience within a challenging yet rewarding setting.Career progression routes include Special Needs Teacher, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist and various Child Psychology and Educational Psychology routes.A common feature for many children and young people with special educational needs is marginalisation and disadvantage, trauma, dysfunctional family relationships, low educational attainment and stigmatisation. Subsequently they face many barriers in life and are more 'at risk' of negative outcomes. As a Special Needs Teaching Assistant, you will be instrumental in providing consistency, and equipping children and young people with tools to ensure they feel safe, secure, empowered, and believe that they can succeed in life.Job Role and Responsibilities of a Special Needs Teaching Assistant:Assist the class teacher in providing the learning experience of studentsBehaviour and pastoral supportAbility to build robust and effective relationships with studentsPractical approach to meet the individual needs of studentsExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsCaring, compassionate, and a good listenerWilling to work 1:1 and in small groups with studentsEnsure safeguarding of studentsAttend staff meetings and complete appropriate CPD**Start date ASAP / September 2024**Excellent on-site training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of all students**Mon-Fri, 08:30 to 15:30, PAYE, term time only **£80-£90 per day**You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorshipCandidates registering with Academics Ltd will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriateApply now or contact Eleanor Chessun-Lawrence at Academics Ltd:(phone number removed) l Special Needs Teaching Assistant