SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)

Protocol Education

  • Horley, Surrey
  • £90-95 per day
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 21 hours ago
Long-Term Cover SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) – Horley, SurreyRole: Experienced SEN Teaching Assistant – Long-Term Cover
Salary: £90–£95 per day, PAYE (no umbrella deductions)
Location: Horley, Surrey
Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term Cover
Start Date: ASAPMake a Lasting Impact in HorleyAre you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) ready to take on a long-term cover role? A supportive and inclusive school in Horley is seeking a compassionate and skilled SEN TA to provide vital support to children with a variety of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). This is an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated team and make a positive difference while gaining valuable experience in a long-term position.Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide consistent one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEN, including autism (ASD), ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and SEMH (social, emotional, and mental health) needs.
  • Collaborate with class teachers and the SENCo to implement personalised learning plans.
  • Help maintain a calm, inclusive classroom environment conducive to learning.
  • Adapt resources and activities to meet individual needs and promote engagement.
  • Support pupils’ personal, social, and emotional development in line with their academic progress.
What We Are Looking For:
  • Minimum 6 months’ experience as an SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, or similar role in a school setting.
  • Experience supporting children with additional needs in primary or secondary education.
  • Patient, flexible, and reliable with excellent communication skills.
  • Relevant qualifications such as CACHE or Level 2/3 TA are advantageous but not essential.
Why Join This Role?
  • Competitive PAYE daily rate of £90–£95 (no umbrella deductions).
  • Long-term cover with the potential for extension or permanent opportunity.
  • Work within a friendly Horley school dedicated to inclusive education.
  • Free CPD training including THRIVE Approach Training.
How to ApplyIf you are an experienced and committed SEN Teaching Assistant eager to support children’s wellbeing and learning in Horley, please send your CV today. We will contact you promptly to discuss next steps.All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further 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.Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the 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 FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.

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