Full-Time Teaching Assistant - Long-Term Placements

Randstad Education; Horsham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-Term placements

Competitive pay

Term-time schedule

CPD training access

Job summary

Randstad Education is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant for long-term placements across West Sussex and Surrey. You will support classroom teachers in delivering literacy, phonics and numeracy, and provide 1:1 SEN support.

This role runs full-time, Monday to Friday, with term-time holidays. Ideal candidates have strong communication, a patient and proactive approach, and hold or are willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS (Update Service).

Qualifications

• Full-time availability Monday–Friday during standard school hours.
• Experience supporting children in schools, nurseries, sports coaching, care, or youth work.
• Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).
• Right to work in the UK with reliable transport across West Sussex and Surrey.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in literacy, phonics and numeracy.
• Lead small group interventions.
• Provide 1:1 learning support for SEN pupils (ASD, ADHD, or speech and language delays).
• Help create an inclusive, safe learning environment throughout the day.
• Assist with classroom preparation, displays and break-time monitoring.

Skills

Communication skills

Foundational English

Foundational Maths

Reliable transport

Education

Enhanced DBS Update Service

Job description

Full-Time Teaching Assistant - Long-Term Placements (West Sussex & Surrey)

Are you looking for a consistent, full-time classroom role that makes a real difference in the lives of young learners? We are seeking dedicated and dependable Teaching Assistants to join our network of partner primary, secondary, and SEN schools across West Sussex and Surrey. This is your opportunity to enjoy steady, weekday work without the commitment of a permanent school contract.

What Your Role Will Involve

• Working full-time hours (Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM) alongside class teachers to maintain smooth daily routines.
• Leading small group interventions in core literacy, phonics, and numeracy.
• Providing dedicated 1:1 learning support for pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), including ASD, ADHD, or speech and language delays.
• Helping create an inclusive, safe, and positive learning environment throughout the school day.
• Supporting classroom preparation, learning displays, and break-time monitoring.

Qualifications

• Full Monday to Friday availability during standard school hours.
• Prior experience supporting children or young people (in schools, nurseries, sports coaching, care, or youth work).
• A patient, proactive, and resilient approach to pupil support.
• Strong communication skills and confident foundational English and Maths.
• An Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).
• Right to work in the UK and reliable transport links across West Sussex and Surrey.

What We Offer

• Long-Term Continuity:Enjoy full-time Monday-to-Friday schedules and ongoing placement stability.
• Competitive Pay:Earn between £85.00 - £105.00 per day (up to £525 per week), paid weekly direct via PAYE-no umbrella fees!
• Term-Time Balance:Work fixed school hours while enjoying all standard school holidays.
• Professional Growth:Free access to accredited CPD training, including Safeguarding, Autism Awareness, and Behaviour Management.

Location & Contract Details

• Location:West Sussex & Surrey (Crawley, Horsham, Guildford, Woking & Surrounding Areas)
• Position Type:Full-Time, Long-Term Agency Contract
• Start Date:Immediate & Upcoming Term Starts