Full-Time Teaching Assistant (Driving License Required)

Randstad Education; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-Term Consistency

Competitive Pay

Term-Time Balance

Free CPD Training

Job summary

Randstad Education is seeking a full-time Teaching Assistant across West Sussex and Surrey. A valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential to support multiple schools in rural and suburban areas.

The role runs Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM during term-time, with consistent hours and ongoing placements. Ideal for experienced support staff, aspiring teachers, or those with childcare/youth work backgrounds seeking regular weekday work near home.

Qualifications

• Valid UK Driving Licence and access to a reliable vehicle (Essential).
• Full-time availability (Monday to Friday, term-time).
• Experience supporting children or young people in schools, nurseries, sports coaching, care, or youth work.

Responsibilities

• Working full-time hours (Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM) alongside classroom teachers.
• Leading small group intervention sessions in core literacy, phonics, and numeracy.
• Providing dedicated 1:1 learning and behavioural support for pupils with SEN (including ASD, ADHD, and SEMH).
• Fostering an inclusive, encouraging, and safe classroom environment.
• Assisting with classroom setup, learning displays, and break-time supervision.

Skills

Driving Licence

Car Access

Communication skills

English & Maths basics

Job description

Full-Time Teaching Assistant (Driving License Required) - West Sussex & Surrey

Looking for a stable, full-time classroom role across West Sussex or Surrey? We are seeking a reliable, adaptable Teaching Assistant for a full-time, long-term placement supporting schools across West Sussex and Surrey. Because our partner schools are spread across rural and suburban locations with varying public transport links, a full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle are essential for this position.

This role provides consistent Monday-to-Friday school hours on an ongoing term-time contract. It is ideal for an experienced support assistant, an aspiring teacher, or someone with a background in childcare, care, or youth work who wants regular, full-time weekday work close to home.

Responsibilities

• Working full-time hours (Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM) alongside classroom teachers.


• Leading small group intervention sessions in core literacy, phonics, and numeracy.


• Providing dedicated 1:1 learning and behavioural support for pupils with SEN (including ASD, ADHD, and SEMH).


• Fostering an inclusive, encouraging, and safe classroom environment.


• Assisting with classroom setup, learning displays, and break-time supervision.

Qualifications

• Driving Licence & Car: Valid UK Driving Licence and access to a reliable vehicle (Essential).


• Availability: Full-time availability (Monday to Friday, standard school hours).


• Experience: Prior experience supporting children or young people (in schools, nurseries, sports coaching, care, or youth work).


• Skills: Strong communication skills and confident foundational English and Maths.


• Compliance: Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one) and valid Right to Work in the UK.

What We Offer

• Long-Term Consistency: Enjoy full-time Monday-to-Friday schedules and ongoing placement stability.


• Competitive Pay: Earn £85.00 - £105.00 per day, paid weekly via PAYE with no hidden umbrella fees.


• Term-Time Balance: Work fixed school hours while enjoying all standard school holidays.


• Free Professional Development: Access accredited CPD training, including Safeguarding, Autism Awareness, and Behaviour Management.

Company Description

We are a dedicated education recruitment team committed to placing passionate professionals in schools across West Sussex and Surrey. We prioritize providing consistent, high-quality support to our partner schools while ensuring our staff receive the professional growth and financial stability they deserve.