Flexible SEN Primary Teaching Assistant — 1:1 Support

Randstad UK; East Grinstead; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid weekly

Flexible schedule

Refer-a-Friend £300 vouchers

Job summary

Randstad UK is seeking an empathetic SEN Primary Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support and small group sessions across local primary schools. You will work closely with teachers to adapt activities and create an inclusive, calm classroom environment.

The role offers flexible supply assignments with weekly pay and ongoing professional development opportunities to support pupil progress.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of hands-on SEN experience within a primary school environment.
• Proven expertise managing Autism (ASD), ADHD, and challenging behaviours.
• A hands-on attitude towards assisting classroom staff and empowering individual pupils.
• Great interpersonal skills that build trust with students, teachers, and SENCOs.
• Warm, consistent classroom control that creates a calm, structured learning space.

Responsibilities

• Providing tailored 1:1 support to primary pupils with additional needs, as well as running focused group sessions.
• Assisting class teachers in adapting learning materials to keep pupils engaged and on track.
• Fostering an inclusive, welcoming atmosphere where every student feels secure and supported.
• Diffusing challenging behaviour using positive, proactive management techniques.
• Partnering closely with school teams to maintain consistent, high-quality care and support.

Skills

SEN experience

Autism (ASD)

ADHD

Behaviour management

Communication

Tools

Online Booking App

Job description

Randstad UK is seeking an empathetic SEN Primary Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support and small group sessions across local primary schools. You will work closely with teachers to adapt activities and create an inclusive, calm classroom environment.

The role offers flexible supply assignments with weekly pay and ongoing professional development opportunities to support pupil progress.