Classroom Support Assistant (CSA/TA)

Randstad Education; Copthorne; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accessible public transport links

Free parking available

On-site training

Discounted childcare

Modern staff room amenities

Job summary

A specialist education service in Copthorne is seeking a full-time Classroom Support Assistant. The role involves working with children aged 5-16 with diverse learning difficulties in a supportive environment. Responsibilities include assisting learners on a 1:1 basis, collaborating with teachers, and helping students with severe needs. Relevant qualifications are desirable, and eligibility to work in the UK is required. Benefits include accessible transport, on-site training, and a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable but not essential.
• Relevant teaching assistant and SEN experience is preferred.
• Eligibility to work in the UK is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Support learners on a 1:1 and small group basis.
• Assist learners with severe and complex needs.
• Collaborate with the teacher to support learning objectives.

Skills

Supporting learners

Collaboration with teachers

Experience with severe needs

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

GCSE Maths and English or equivalent

Job description

Job Overview

Classroom Support Assistant to work with children aged 5-16 with moderate, severe, profound and multiple learning difficulties and autistic conditions in a specialist school setting.

Full‑time, permanent role (term‑time only), starting ASAP.

Responsibilities

• Supporting learners on a 1:1, small group and whole class basis
• Assisting learners with severe and complex needs
• Collaborating with the teacher to support learning objectives

Qualifications

• Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable but not essential)
• Relevant teaching assistant and SEN experience (desirable)
• GCSE Maths and English or equivalent
• Eligibility to work in the UK

Benefits

• Accessible public transport links
• Free parking available
• Ready supply of tea, cakes and biscuits in the modern and spacious staff room
• Discounted childcare available
• On‑site training
• Bright and spacious classrooms with top‑of‑the‑range resources and technology
• Supportive senior leadership