Job Description

SEN Support Assistant – Specialist School Setting

Cranleigh, Surrey

Are you passionate about supporting young people with additional needs? We are currently recruiting for a dedicated SEN Support Assistant to join a specialist education setting in Cranleigh. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a caring and supportive team that helps students develop confidence, independence, and emotional resilience.

Role Details

Location: Cranleigh, Surrey

Pay: £14.00 – £15.50 per hour

Contract Type: Long-term opportunity / temp - perm placement

Working Hours:

Monday: 8:30am – 4:00pm

Tuesday – Thursday: 8:30am – 4:15pm

Friday: 8:30am – 3:45pm

Please note: Due to the rural location of the school, applicants must have access to their own transport.

About the Position

In this rewarding role, you will provide day-to-day support for pupils with complex social, emotional, mental health, and additional learning needs. Working closely with teachers and support staff, you’ll help create a positive and structured learning environment where students can thrive.

Responsibilities will include:

Providing tailored support to students both inside and outside the classroom

Encouraging positive behaviour, emotional regulation, and engagement in learning

Supporting students across different age groups and learning abilities

Building trusted relationships that promote confidence and wellbeing

Assisting the wider team in maintaining a safe and inclusive environment

The school offers a highly personalised and therapeutic approach to education, with small class sizes and a strong emphasis on individual progress and wellbeing.

We are looking for someone who is:

Compassionate, patient, and enthusiastic about working with young people

Adaptable and able to remain calm in challenging situations

A strong communicator who works well within a team

Interested in supporting children with SEN and additional needs

Previous experience within an SEN or care setting is welcomed, although not essential.

What’s on Offer

Competitive weekly PAYE pay

Free access to CPD and specialist training opportunities

Ongoing guidance from a dedicated consultant

Opportunity to secure a permanent role

Supportive working environment with experienced staff

The chance to make a genuine difference every day

Inspire EHC and the partner school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.

We are proud to promote equality, diversity, and inclusion and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

Unfortunately, sponsorship is not available for this role