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Randstad Education; West Alvington; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Education in Totnes is seeking an adaptable SEN Teaching Assistant for day-to-day cover starting September 2026. You will support pupils with diverse needs, including ASC, ADHD and SEMH, across multiple classrooms during term time.

Hours are 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday. The role focuses on promoting inclusion, safeguarding wellbeing and helping learners build confidence and independence in varied school settings.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with SEN.
• Strong communication skills and a calm demeanour.
• Enhanced DBS check on Update Service, or willingness to apply.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with EHCPs.
• Adapt quickly to daily school routines and follow learning plans.
• Assist teachers in fostering an inclusive, safe learning environment.
• Help students build confidence, resilience and independence.

Skills

SEN support

1:1 support

Group support

Adaptability

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant (Day-to-Day Cover) - Totnes

Are you an adaptable, resilient, and proactive Teaching Assistant looking for flexible, day-to-day cover work? We are seeking dedicated Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistants to join local schools across the Totnes area starting this September. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain varied experience across different classrooms while supporting children with diverse needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, and moderate learning difficulties.

Hours: 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM (Monday to Friday, Term Time Only)

Start Date: September 2026 (New Academic Year)

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Adapt quickly to daily school routines and follow individual learning plans.
• Assist class teachers in fostering an inclusive, safe, and encouraging learning environment.
• Help students build confidence, emotional resilience, and independence.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN (school, care, or community settings).
• Strong communication skills, patience, and a calm demeanour.
• An enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).
• Right to work in the UK.