SEN Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant Virginia Water, Surrey | £14.25 per hour | Full-Time | Monday to Friday | 8:40am–3:20pm A specialist SEN primary school in Virginia Water is looking for a dedicated and caring SEN Teaching Assistant / SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Teaching Assistant, SEN TA, SEND TA, Learning Support Assistant or Support Worker with experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), SEND and additional needs. You will be supporting primary-aged pupils within a specialist school environment, helping them access learning, develop confidence and build positive relationships. About the Role Support primary-aged pupils with SEN, SEND and additional needs Provide 1:1 and small-group support where required Help pupils access learning and participate in classroom activities Support pupils with communication, emotional regulation and positive behaviour Build positive and trusting relationships with pupils Encourage pupils’ confidence, independence and engagement Work closely with teachers, SEN staff and the wider school team Help create a safe, supportive and inclusive learning environment What We’re Looking For Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN, SEND or additional needs Experience as a Teaching Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant, SEND TA, Learning Support Assistant, Support Worker or similar A calm, patient and consistent approach Strong communication and relationship-building skills Resilience and the ability to remain calm in challenging situations A genuine interest in working within specialist education and SEN The ability to work effectively as part of a wider school team Previous experience within a specialist SEN school, primary school or SEND setting would be beneficial. Role Details Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant / SEND Teaching AssistantLocation: Virginia Water, SurreySchool: Specialist SEN Primary SchoolSalary: £14.25 per hourHours: Monday to Friday, 8:40am–3:20pmContract: Full-TimeStart Date: ASAP Important Notice To apply for this position, you must have the right to work in the UK or hold a valid work visa. At Pink Tile Education, safeguarding, quality, and integrity are at the heart of what we do. All applicants must: Provide suitable references for pre-employment checks Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Children’s Workforce (or Children’s & Adults’) Update Service, or be willing to obtain one Pay includes 12.07% holiday pay. We aim to respond to all applications within three working days. Due to high application volumes, individual feedback may not be possible for unsuccessful applicants.