SEN Teaching Assistant

Job description

Teaching Assistant – Redhill (Chaldon)
Salary: £24,139.67–£25,819.26 (actual) depending on experience
Hourly rate: £13.51–£14.45
Hours: 40 hours per week
Welcome Bonus: £1,000*

A specialist SEND school in Chaldon, Redhill is looking for Teaching Assistants to support young people aged 11–16 with social communication needs, emotional regulation and sensory processing differences, typically associated with Autism. This is an exciting opportunity to join a creative, forward?thinking team in a setting designed to help every pupil thrive.

Working in small classes with high staff to student ratios , you'll play a key role in motivating learners, breaking down barriers, and celebrating every step of progress. You'll help pupils discover their strengths, build confidence, develop resilience, and explore learning both inside and outside the classroom. No two days are the same, so you'll need a proactive, flexible approach and a willingness to support wherever needed.

Key Responsibilities Inspire pupils to believe in themselves and achieve beyond expectations
Support emotional regulation, independence and positive behaviour
Adapt learning activities creatively to meet individual needs
Celebrate progress and promote personal development
Assist with learning in the community and beyond the classroom
Work collaboratively within a multi disciplinary team

Skills & Qualifications GCSE Maths & English (minimum Grade 4 or equivalent) – essential
Level 2 Supporting Teaching & Learning (or willingness to work towards)
Experience within SEND or education is advantageous
Understanding of safeguarding and child protection
Ability to manage behaviours that challenge
Creative, proactive mindset with a can do approach

Benefits Life assurance
Enhanced pension
Fully funded training & qualifications
High street discounts
Employee assistance programme
Car lease scheme
Health cashback plan
Bike to work scheme
Free parking

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Redhill

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

28-10-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English