Primary Teaching Assistant (General & SEN Support)

Randstad UK; Horley; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Flexible working hours

Local consultant

Refer-a-Friend scheme

Job summary

Randstad UK is seeking a Primary Teaching Assistant (General & SEN Support) to work in West Sussex or Surrey. The role supports general classroom activities and delivers tailored 1:1 and small-group interventions for pupils with additional learning needs, helping create an inclusive learning environment.

Flexible working arrangements include full-time or part-time schedules with weekly pay and a local consultant to guide your career.

Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting primary school-aged children in an educational setting.
• Understanding of the primary curriculum and SEN needs.
• DBS check (or willingness to complete) and Update Service.
• Excellent communication with pupils, families, and staff.
• Level 2/3 TA qualification or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored 1:1 support for individual pupils with additional needs.
• Lead small-group literacy, numeracy, and social-skills interventions.
• Foster an inclusive and welcoming classroom environment.
• Assist with lesson preparation, materials, and resource organization.
• Adapt activities to match different learning styles under teacher guidance.
• Support emotional and behavioral needs and promote participation.
• Monitor pupil progress and share feedback with teachers.

Skills

Experience with primary school-aged,

DBS Check/Update Service

Strong communication with children

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification Level 2/3

Job description

Primary Teaching Assistant (General & SEN Support)

Location: West Sussex & Surrey

Salary: £90.00 - £105.00 per day (Weekly Pay)

Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time (Flexible Working)

Looking for a Primary Teaching Assistant role in West Sussex or Surrey offering £90.00 to £105.00 per day with prompt weekly pay and total schedule flexibility? As a Primary Teaching Assistant, you will support general classroom activities while providing tailored 1:1 and small-group interventions for pupils with additional learning needs (SEN), fostering an inclusive environment where every child can thrive.

Benefits

• High-Impact Classroom Role: Drive real educational progress by empowering both mainstream learners and pupils with SEN to reach key academic and developmental milestones.
• Competitive & Reliable Pay: Earn £90.00 to £105.00 per day with guaranteed, prompt weekly pay.
• Work-Life Flexibility: Choose full-time schedules or flexible day-to-day shifts tailored to your personal availability.
• Dedicated Local Consultant: Receive personalized career guidance from a regional specialist who understands the Surrey and West Sussex primary school landscape.
• Online Booking App: Easily log your availability, manage shift schedules, and submit digital timesheets directly from your mobile phone.
• Refer-a-Friend Scheme: Earn financial cash bonuses when you introduce qualified educators and support staff to our agency network.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Targeted 1:1 Support: Provide tailored guidance for individual pupils with additional needs to help them access the primary curriculum.
• Guide Small-Group Interventions: Lead focused literacy, numeracy, and social-skills groups to boost pupil confidence and raise overall attainment.
• Foster an Inclusive Environment: Build a warm, structured, and welcoming classroom atmosphere where all children feel safe, valued, and ready to learn.
• Assist General Classroom Management: Partner with class teachers to prepare learning materials, organize resources, and maintain a focused lesson environment.
• Adapt Educational Resources: Modify daily activities, visual aids, and learning tools under teacher guidance to match varying student learning styles.
• Support Emotional & Behavioral Needs: Apply positive behavior techniques to encourage active participation and maintain a productive learning space.
• Promote Student Independence: Scaffold daily classroom tasks to build self-reliance, problem-solving abilities, and personal resilience.
• Monitor & Track Pupil Progress: Observe daily student accomplishments and milestone progress, sharing detailed feedback with class teachers and SENCOs.

Requirements

Must-Haves (Essential)

• Proven experience supporting primary school-aged children in an educational, early years, or youth environment.
• Good foundational understanding of the primary curriculum alongside awareness of additional learning needs.
• Patient, approachable, and proactive communication style with young learners and teaching teams.
• Ability to build warm, positive, and professional relationships across the school community.
• An enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service (or readiness to complete one).

Nice-to-Haves (Preferred)

• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent degree).
• Prior experience delivering early phonics, reading, or math interventions.
• Knowledge of basic SEN strategies (such as visual timetables or de-escalation techniques).