Sen Teaching Assistant

SEN Teaching Assistant Location: St Joseph’s Specialist Trust, Cranleigh Salary: Earn up to £26,189 FTE (36 hours over 52 weeks) dependent on qualifications and experience* Make a Difference Every Day Do you want to change lives while building a rewarding and meaningful career? We are looking for compassionate and dedicated Teaching Assistants to join our growing education team at St Joseph’s Specialist Trust. As student numbers increase, we’re expanding – and this is your chance to be part of a truly special community. A Teaching Assistant role at St Joseph’s is very different from a mainstream TA position. You’ll be working with students aged 5-19 who have severe social communication difficulties, complex learning disabilities and often challenging behaviours. You’ll help them access therapy-based education, develop essential life skills and achieve the highest level of independence possible – preparing them for life beyond school or college. What the Role Involves Small classes of 8-13 students, grouped by ability and social needs rather than age. Support with core subjects (literacy, numeracy, PSHE) and daily living skills. Helping students communicate using Makaton, signs, symbols or communication aids through a multi-sensory approach. Providing guidance when students feel anxious, emotional or frustrated and supporting them to manage their feelings and behaviour. Working as part of a skilled, dedicated and supportive team with comprehensive training and mentoring. Some students require personal care, for which full training will be provided. Training and Development At St Joseph’s, learning never stops. All our TAs take part in a twice-weekly training programme combining theory and practical sessions. This leads to a Teaching Assistant apprenticeship qualification, fully funded by the Trust and approved by the CPD Standards Office. Before you start,…