SEN Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant (SEMH / SEND) - Reigate

Location: Reigate, Surrey
Pay: £95-£110 per day (dependent on experience)
Contract: Full-Time | Term-Time Only
Contract Type: 12-Week Temp-to-Perm Opportunity
Start Date: ASAP / September 2026

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs and helping them achieve positive outcomes in education?

We are recruiting a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant / Learning Support Assistant to join a supportive specialist school in Reigate, working with pupils with SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health needs), Autism (ASC), SEND, and associated learning difficulties.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Teaching Assistants, Behaviour Support Workers, Care Workers, Youth Workers, or mainstream school staff looking to transition into specialist SEN education and build a long-term career within the sector.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers, pastoral teams, and SEN staff to support pupils both academically and emotionally within a structured, therapeutic, and nurturing environment.

You will play a key role in helping students develop confidence, emotional regulation, communication skills, and engagement with learning through positive relationships and consistent support.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Assisting with emotional regulation and behaviour support
• Supporting classroom learning, engagement, and participation
• Helping implement EHCP targets and personalised support strategies
• Creating a calm, safe, and structured learning environment
• Building strong and positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Monitoring progress and providing feedback to teachers and SEN teams
• Supporting pupils with additional learning, emotional, or personal care needs where required
• Encouraging confidence, independence, and social development

The Ideal Candidate

This role would suit:

• SEN Teaching Assistants or Learning Support Assistants
• Mainstream Teaching Assistants looking to move into SEND / SEMH
• Support Workers, Care Workers, Youth Workers, or Behaviour Mentors
• Psychology, Sociology, or Criminology graduates
• Individuals interested in mental health, therapy, or specialist education

You will be:

• Calm, patient, and resilient
• Confident supporting behaviour and emotional needs
• A strong communicator and team player
• Passionate about inclusion and supporting young people
• Committed to building positive relationships and long-term outcomes

Why Apply?

• Long-term temp-to-perm opportunity with career progression
• Excellent experience within SEN / SEMH education
• Ongoing training and CPD opportunities provided
• Supportive and experienced leadership team
• Rewarding role where you can make a genuine impact every day
• Ideal experience for careers in teaching, therapy, counselling, or educational psychology
• Opportunity to develop specialist behaviour and SEND experience

Apply Now

If you are looking for a rewarding SEN Teaching Assistant role where you can genuinely support young people with SEMH and SEND needs, apply today to be considered for this opportunity in Reigate.

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