Classroom Assistant

Job in Surrey, Surrey County, England, UK

Listing for: Teaching Personnel

Full Time, Seasonal/Temporary position
Listed on 2026-07-24

Job specializations:

Education / Teaching
Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Child Development/Support, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional

Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 18000 - 24000 GBP Yearly GBP 18000.00 24000.00 YEAR

Classroom Assistant

Location:

Smallfield, Surrey

Sector: SEN Support

Job Role:

Long-term, Short-term roles available

Job Type: Full Time (5 days a week)

Start Date:

September Onwards

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Classroom Assistant in Surrey to join a specialist independent day school supporting students with autism, communication needs, dyslexia, and anxiety‑related barriers to learning.

You’ll work in a supportive, small‑class environment, helping students develop academically, socially, and emotionally while making a meaningful impact.

Responsibilities

Provide tailored support to students in and out of the classroom
Assist with differentiated learning activities
Support communication, social, and independence skills
Monitor progress and liaise with staff and SEN coordinators
Promote a positive, inclusive environment
Support behaviour management strategies

Qualifications

GCSE Maths & English (Grade 4/C or above)
Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or working towards)
Understanding of safeguarding and child protection
Experience with SEMH and/or ASD

Benefits

Ongoing training & career development
Competitive salary, pension, enhanced leave & sick pay
24/7 GP access & health cash plan
Wellbeing support, discounts & financial perks
1,000 refer‑a‑friend bonus

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. 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’ and provide child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced DBS check. Full assistance is provided.

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