talentED Recruiters • Cranleigh, Surrey

Learning Support Assistant

About this role

Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can truly make a difference every day?

We are an education recruitment agency working with a specialist SEN setting and are seeking compassionate SEN Teaching Assistants to support children and young people aged 5–19 with complex learning needs.

This is a non-mainstream role, supporting students with severe social communication difficulties, complex learning disabilities and challenging behaviours, helping them develop life skills, independence and confidence.

The Role

Supporting small classes (8–13 students), grouped by ability and need

Assisting with literacy, numeracy, PSHE and daily living skills

Using communication methods such as Makaton, symbols and sensory approaches

Supporting emotional regulation and positive behaviour

Working as part of a highly supportive, well-trained team

Some personal care duties (full training provided)

What We’re Looking For

Empathy, patience and resilience

Good communication and teamwork skills

Literacy and numeracy

Calm, confident approach to challenging behaviour

Willingness to provide personal care where required

Hours

36 hours per week, term-time

Part-time (3+ days) considered

Benefits

Fully funded qualifications

Life assurance & medical cash plan

Free hot lunch (term-time) & on-site parking

Employee wellbeing & counselling support

Supportive working environment in a beautiful semi-rural setting