Classroom Support Assistant (CSA)

Randstad Education; Pulborough; On-site; GBP 20,300 - 23,599; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Education is looking for a Classroom Support Assistant to join an award-winning specialist school in Pulborough, England. This full-time, permanent position involves working closely with students aged 2-19 with complex Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), providing individualized support and holistic care.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will collaborate with therapists and educators to create an engaging learning environment. Previous experience in childcare or school support is preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in childcare, care, or school support is preferred.
• SEND experience is a bonus, but not essential.
• Must have valid eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Working 1:1 or in small groups to support students with their education.
• Assisting with physical disabilities and communication challenges.
• Encouraging students to develop essential life skills and confidence.
• Collaborating with Class Teachers to deliver inclusive lessons.

Skills

Experience in childcare or school support

Patience

Proactive mindset

Team-player attitude

Education

GCSE Maths and English (Grade C/4 or equivalent)

Job description

Job Title: Classroom Support Assistant - Specialist SEND School (Ages 2-19)

Salary: £20,300- £23599k

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent (Term-Time Only)

About the Role

Join an award-winning specialist school dedicated to providing life‑altering education for students with complex Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). We are seeking a Classroom Support Assistant to join a multidisciplinary team of therapists and educators.

In this role, you won't just be "supervising"—you will be an active part of a holistic care and education team, working alongside Speech & Language Therapists and Physiotherapists to deliver a creative, personalised curriculum to students aged 2‑19 years.

This role is classroom based supporting learners on a 1:1 and small group basis with there education and general well being.

Your Responsibilities:

• Individualised Support: Working 1:1 or in small groups to help students engage with a bespoke curriculum.
• Holistic Care: Assisting with physical disabilities, communication challenges, and complex learning needs.
• Empowerment: Encouraging students to develop essential life skills, confidence, and independence.
• Collaboration: Contributing to the planning and delivery of inclusive lessons alongside the Class Teacher.

Candidate Requirements:

• Experience: Previous experience in childcare, care, or school support (SEND experience is a bonus, but not essential).
• Education: GCSE Maths and English (Grade C/4 or equivalent).
• Attributes: A patient, proactive, and "team-player" mindset.
• Right to Work: Must have valid eligibility to work in the UK.

Safeguarding Note: This role requires an enhanced DBS check and adherence to strict child safety and compliance checks.