Sen Teaching Assistant New

SEN Teaching Assistants – Leatherhead | September 2026 Start
Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available

Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs? We are currently recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants for specialist schools and SEN provisions across Leatherhead.

This is a fantastic opportunity for caring, patient and enthusiastic individuals looking to make a real impact supporting pupils with Autism, ADHD, speech and language needs, SEMH and complex learning difficulties.

The role includes:

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups

• Assisting with communication, emotional regulation and engagement

• Helping to create a positive and inclusive learning environment

• Working closely with teachers and therapy teams

• Encouraging independence, confidence and progress

We are looking for candidates who:

• Have experience working with children or young people (preferred but not essential)

• Are calm, resilient and adaptable

• Have a genuine passion for SEN and inclusive education

• Can build positive relationships with pupils and staff

• Are looking for a rewarding and meaningful role

Ideal for candidates with backgrounds in SEN, care, youth work, psychology, support work or coaching.

What’s on offer:

• Competitive daily rates

• Ongoing training and CPD

• Supportive school environments

• Long-term and permanent opportunities available

• September starts available immediately

All roles are subject to enhanced DBS and safeguarding checks.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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