Adhoc Teaching Assistant

Are you passionate about supporting students and making a real difference in their education?
We are looking for dedicated and enthusiastic Ad-Hoc Teaching Assistants to join our team and provide support across a variety of schools in Surrey. Whether you have experience in primary, secondary, or special educational needs (SEN)/social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) support, we have opportunities for you!

Responsibilities:

• Assist teachers in delivering lessons and supporting students’ learning in the classroom
• Provide 1:1 or small group support for students who require extra help
• Support children with SEN/SEMH needs, helping them to engage with the curriculum and develop essential life skills
• Encourage a positive learning environment, fostering inclusion and respect
• Help manage classroom behavior and ensure the safety and well-being of students at all times
• Assist with administrative tasks as needed to support teachers

Requirements:

• Experience working with children or young people, ideally in an educational setting (primary, secondary, or SEN)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Patience, empathy, and a passion for working with young people
• A proactive and adaptable approach to supporting diverse learning needs
• A valid DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check (or willingness to apply for one)
• Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable but not essential)
• SEN/SEMH experience is a plus, but not required

Why Join Us?

• Flexibility: Choose the working days that work best for you, offering a great work-life balance
• Diverse Opportunities: Work in a range of settings, from primary schools to secondary schools and special needs provisions
• Professional Development: Access to training and development to enhance your skills in supporting students with diverse needs

If you're passionate about helping students thrive and ready to make a positive impact in schools across Surrey, we’d love to hear from you!

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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