HIGHER LEVEL TEACHING ASSISTANT

Randstad Education; Waverley; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

£1,000 welcome retention bonus

Life insurance

Healthcare cash plan

Term-time hours

Mentoring & training

Team Teach training

EAP & counselling

On-site parking

Free daily lunches

Job summary

Randstad Education is partnering with a Cranleigh-based school to recruit a flexible Teaching Assistant for a diverse learning environment on a large campus. The role requires HLTA status or a commitment to completing it, with responsibilities across small-group and 1:1 support and collaboration with therapists.

The position offers term-time hours and a pro-rata salary with benefits detailed by the school, including training opportunities and safeguarding commitments.

Qualifications

• HLTA status or commitment to completing the qualification.
• Ability to adapt learning materials for a wide range of academic abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication, time management, and attention to detail.
• Empathetic, energetic approach to supporting children with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead small-group sessions and provide 1:1 support for pupils.
• Plan, design engaging lessons and tailored resources.
• Support pupil growth and wellbeing with positive behaviour management.
• Track pupil progress and maintain records; communicate with parents.
• Provide pastoral care, supervise breaks/lunchtime, escort offsite visits and ensure safety on campus.
• Collaborate with occupational and speech therapists and mentor trainees.

Education

HLTA status

Job description

Ready to take your teaching assistant career beyond four standard walls?

Set across a stunning, expansive campus in Cranleigh, our school offers a truly unique learning environment complete with on-site stables, a swimming pool, and dedicated forest schooling facilities.

We are seeking a passionate, adaptable professional to help deliver exceptional, tailored education for pupils with diverse learning needs.

Please note: We operate a strict no-sponsorship policy. Applicants must hold the permanent right to work in the UK.

Salary: £25,632 - £32,763 per annum (pro-rata, based on 36 hours per week)

Working Hours: Mon 08:30-16:00 | Tue-Thu 08:30-16:15 | Fri 08:30-15:45

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading & Covering: Step up to lead dynamic small-group sessions, work 1-to-1 with individual pupils, and provide short-term cover for class teachers when required.
• Planning & Resource Design: Work collaboratively with teaching staff to shape engaging lessons and tailored educational materials.
• Supporting Growth & Wellbeing: Encourage independence, boost pupil confidence, and apply positive behaviour management techniques across the school.
• Tracking & Communication: Monitor pupil progress, maintain accurate records, and build positive relationships with parents and carers.
• Pastoral & Campus Safety: Provide dedicated pastoral care, assist with break/lunchtime supervision, escort offsite visits, and ensure safe movement around our broad campus grounds.
• Multidisciplinary Teamwork: Work closely with occupational and speech therapists, while mentoring trainees and new colleagues.

What We Look For

Essential Criteria

• Qualified HLTA status (or an unqualified practitioner fully committed to completing the qualification).
• Ability to break down and adapt learning materials for a wide range of academic abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent time management, and a keen eye for detail.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills, with the flexibility to thrive independently or as part of a close-knit team.
• An empathetic, energetic approach to supporting children with additional needs.
• Access to personal transport (essential due to our semi-rural location).
• Full eligibility to work in the UK and willingness to undergo an Enhanced DBS check.

Desirable Criteria

• Prior experience supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or working within a Special Educational Needs (SEN) environment.
• Existing Team Teach certification (or a commitment to complete the training prior to your start date).

What We Offer

• Competitive Financial Perks: £1,000 welcome retention bonus, life insurance cover, and a comprehensive healthcare cash plan.
• Work-Life Balance: Term-time working plus 5 INSET days, giving you predictable, school-calendar hours.
• Professional Development: Ongoing 1-to-1 mentoring, structured career pathways, and fully funded training (including Team Teach).
• Health & Wellbeing: Access to a 24/7 employee assistance programme, confidential counselling, Mental Health First Aiders, occupational health support, and discounted gym/fitness sessions.
• On-Site Perks: Complimentary daily lunches during term time and ample free on-site parking.
• Term-time only + 5 INSET days