Flexible Teaching Assistant (Primary, Secondary & SEN)

Randstad Education; Walsall; Hybrid; GBP 16,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Your Choice of Setting

Work Near You

Flexible Schedules

Competitive Pay

Job summary

Randstad Education is seeking Flexible Teaching Assistants to support students across EYFS/Primary, Secondary, and SEN environments. Roles include 1:1 support, classroom assistance, and leading small group activities.

You can tailor assignments to your strengths and place with schools that fit your preferences. Choose Primary, Secondary, Mainstream, or SEN settings, work near you, and enjoy flexible schedules with competitive daily pay.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people in schools, nurseries, care work, sports coaching, or youth work.
• Patient, empathetic, proactive approach to learning and pupil development.
• Strong communication with good literacy and numeracy.
• Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
• Right to work in the UK with reliable transport links across the location.

Responsibilities

• Support across multiple settings: Primary, Secondary, and SEN, depending on assignment.
• Lead guided reading and maths groups in Primary Mainstream settings.
• Provide 1:1 or small group support for pupils with ASD, ADHD, SEMH, speech delays, or complex needs.

Skills

Experience with children

Patience & empathy

Communication skills

Job description

Flexible Teaching Assistant (Primary, Secondary & SEN)

Are you looking for a Teaching Assistant role tailored to your specific preferences? We are currently seeking adaptable and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to join vibrant educational settings. Whether you have a passion for supporting young children in EYFS/Primary, working with teenagers in Secondary, or providing 1:1 support in specialist SEN environments, we have the perfect placement waiting for you.

Responsibilities:

Because we collaborate with a variety of schools, your daily tasks will vary based on your preferred setting:

• Primary Mainstream: Provide essential classroom support, lead guided reading/maths groups, and assist with EYFS-KS2 development.
• Secondary Mainstream: Offer subject-specific classroom assistance, implement effective behaviour management strategies, and support pupils with GCSE preparation.
• SEN & Specialist Support: Deliver 1:1 or small group work tailored to pupils with Autism (ASD), ADHD, SEMH, speech delays, or complex physical needs.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience working with children or young people (gained in schools, nurseries, care work, sports coaching, or youth work).
• A patient, empathetic, and proactive approach to learning and pupil development.
• Strong communication skills with good foundational literacy and numeracy.
• An Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or a willingness to apply for one).
• The right to work in the UK and reliable transport links across {{[Insert Location]}}.

What We Offer:

• Your Choice of Setting:You specify your preferred age group and environment-choose Primary, Secondary, Mainstream, or SEN.
• Work Near You: Access local roles to ensure a convenient commute.
• Flexible Schedules: Options available for full-time, part-time, or flexible daily supply shifts.
• Competitive Pay: Earn between £85.00 - £110.00 per day (dependent on setting and experience) with weekly pay via PAYE and no hidden umbrella fees.
• Immediate Start: Immediate placements and next-term starts are currently available.