SEN Teaching Assistant - Godalming
Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference every day? We are seeking a dedicated, patient, and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Godalming, supporting pupils and Sixth Form students aged 7-19 with a range of academic abilities and complex needs.
This school caters for up to 150 pupils and provides a nurturing, structured, and inclusive environment for children and young people with special educational needs. Due to the school's location in Godalming, it is not easily accessible by public transport, so driving is essential for this role.
About the SEN Teaching Assistant Role
As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils with a variety of complex needs, helping them to access learning, develop independence, and build confidence in a safe and supportive setting. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with prior experience working with children or young people with special educational needs who is passionate about creating positive outcomes.
You will work closely with teachers, therapists, support staff, and the wider school team to provide tailored support across the school day.
Your Responsibilities as an SEN Teaching Assistant
In this SEN Teaching Assistant role, you will:
Support pupils aged 7-19 with complex needs and varying academic abilities.
Provide one-to-one and small group support to help students engage with learning.
Assist the class teacher in delivering structured, accessible, and engaging activities.
Support students with communication, emotional regulation, social development, and independence.
Help maintain a calm, safe, and positive learning environment.
Use patience, empathy, and consistency to support pupils with additional needs.
Work collaboratively with teaching staff, SENCOs, therapists, and other professionals.
Support pupils during transitions, break times, and wider school activities where required.
What We're Looking For
We are looking for an SEN Teaching Assistant who:
Has previous experience working with children or young people with special educational needs - this is essential.
Is confident supporting pupils with complex needs.
Is patient, compassionate, reliable, and proactive.
Has strong communication skills and a positive, team-focused attitude.
Can build trusting relationships with pupils, staff, and families.
Is comfortable working in a specialist school environment.
Can drive to the school in Godalming, as the site is not easily accessible by public transport.
Why Apply for This SEN Teaching Assistant Role in Godalming?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive specialist school in Godalming where your work as an SEN Teaching Assistant will have a meaningful impact on pupils' education, wellbeing, and future independence.
You will benefit from:
A rewarding role supporting children and young people with complex needs.
The chance to work in a specialist SEN environment.
A supportive and experienced school team.
Ongoing guidance from a dedicated SEND consultant.
Opportunities to develop your skills within special educational needs.
A role where every day brings new challenges, progress, and purpose.
Apply Today
Take the next step in your career as an SEN Teaching Assistant in Godalming and help support pupils with complex needs to thrive.
Apply today with your CV to be considered for this rewarding SEN Teaching Assistant opportunity.
As a specialist SEND recruiter, child safety and welfare is our number one priority. That is why we conduct thorough checks on all our candidates, and ensure that they abide by our Candidate Code of Conduct.
All Candidates will be required to provide an Enhanced DBS that is actively registered on the Update Service, or apply for one as part of the onboarding process. This is in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines. For further information please see our Safer Recruitment Policy.
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