Teaching Assistant - SEN at The Aurora Group

Guildford, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Jan, 26

Salary

13.89

Posted On

23 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Experience Working with SEN, Level 2+ Qualification in Teaching & Learning Support, GCSE English & Maths, Understanding of Safeguarding and Child Protection, Knowledge of SEN, SEMH, or ASD, Child-Centred Support Approach, Positive Mindset, Behaviour Support Strategies, Accurate Reporting

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

Overview and Responsibilities Teaching Assistant - SEN Location: Effingham, SurreySalary: £12.99 - £13.89 per hour (£23,210 - £24,818 actual salary dependant on qualifications) Plus £1000 Welcome bonus * Hours: 40 hours per week - Term Time only - Start time 8.15am - Finish time Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday 4.45pm. Thursday 5pm and Friday 4pm Start Date: As soon as possible Teaching Assistant – Aurora Poppyfield School Join our dedicated team at Poppyfield School, where we support students aged 11–16 with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) through a nurturing and inclusive approach. We empower our young people to access the national curriculum in a way that works for them and to achieve meaningful vocational qualifications by the time they leave school. To see more about the work that Poppyfield does please follow this link - https://youtu.be/crpoGrYVnDU Why Apply? Make a real difference in students’ lives Contribute to a creative, inclusive curriculum Work with inspiring pupils and a supportive team Be part of an organisation that values and invests in staff Key Responsibilities: Safeguard and promote pupil welfare Support learning and behaviour in class Build positive relationships to help pupils feel safe and thrive Encourage independence and personal development Assist with lesson planning and resource preparation Please note that duties will vary and you will be expected to contribute to the overall aims of the school when required. Please see the link below for our full job description: Job Description - Teaching Assistant Skills and Qualifications What We’re Looking For: Experience working with SEN (paid or voluntary) Level 2+ qualification in Teaching & Learning Support (desirable) GCSE English & Maths (Grade 4/C or above) Understanding of safeguarding and child protection Knowledge of SEN, SEMH, or ASD Consistent, child-centred support approach Positive, creative mindset to meet individual needs Willingness to engage in behaviour support strategies (including Team Teach physical intervention, if needed) Ability to complete accurate, timely reports Benefits and Additional Information What’s on offer: Be part of our successful team and also benefit from a generous package that includes: Life assurance Enhanced Pension Scheme * Welcome bonus is payable in 2 payments - 50% following successful completion of probation and 50% after one year service Perkbox - offering high street discounts, car lease scheme and bike to work scheme Employee assistance programme Private 24 hour GP Service Fully funded training and qualifications Free membership to our Health cash back plan - Claim back money on services such as dental, optical, physio and many more. How to apply: Please complete an online application form in full, remembering to include all employment and education details. If you need any assistance or would like any more information, please contact Liz in the Aurora Group Recruitment Team at liz.hudson@theauroragroup.co.uk Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks including an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Aurora Group is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children. The Aurora Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young adults in our care and is a disability confident and equal opportunities employer. This advert could be taken down at any point in time without prior notice if the position is filled. Please note that candidates that are shortlisted might be subject to an online search.

Responsibilities

Safeguard and promote pupil welfare while supporting learning and behavior in class. Build positive relationships to help pupils feel safe and thrive, encouraging independence and personal development.