Primary Teaching Assistant (General & SEN Support)

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

Benefits offered by this job

High-Impact Classroom Role

Competitive & Reliable Pay

Work-Life Flexibility

Dedicated Local Consultant

Online Booking App

Refer-a-Friend Scheme

Job summary

Randstad UK is seeking a Primary Teaching Assistant to support general classroom activities and pupils with SEN across West Sussex or Surrey. The role offers £90.00 to £105.00 per day with prompt weekly pay and flexible working options.

You will deliver 1:1 and small-group interventions, assist with classroom resources, and help maintain an inclusive, supportive learning environment under teachers and SENCOs.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting primary school children in educational settings.
• Understanding of the primary curriculum and SEN needs.
• Patient, proactive communication with children and staff.
• Ability to build positive relationships across the school community.
• Enhanced DBS checked on Update Service (or ready to complete).

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 targeted support for pupils with SEN to access the curriculum.
• Lead small-group literacy, numeracy and social-skills activities.
• Create an inclusive, welcoming classroom environment.
• Assist with lesson prep, materials, and resource organization.
• Support emotional and behavioral needs using positive strategies.
• Help track pupil progress and share feedback with teachers.

Skills

Primary education support

SEN support

Effective communication

Positive behavior techniques

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

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.

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).