SEN primary Teaching Assistant

Randstad UK; Epsom; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Weekly

Online Booking App

Free Training

Refer-a-Friend vouchers

Career Growth

Job summary

Randstad UK in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced SEN Specialist Teaching Assistant for flexible 1:1 support across primary schools. You will provide tailored 1:1 assistance and lead small group intervention sessions to help pupils with SEN while adapting to varying learning needs.

The role offers weekly pay, total control of your working week, and opportunities for long‑term placements. A proactive, supportive approach and strong behaviour management are essential to succeed in

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of hands-on SEN experience in primary educational settings.
• Demonstrated experience supporting children with Autism (ASD), ADHD, and Challenging Behaviour.
• A hands-on approach to assisting both students and classroom teaching staff.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to build quick rapport with pupils and school teams.
• Strong, empathetic classroom and behaviour management techniques.

Responsibilities

• Providing tailored 1:1 support for individual students with SEN needs, as well as leading small group intervention sessions.
• Assisting teachers with delivering engaging, interactive lessons tailored to varying learning abilities.
• Fostering an inclusive, positive, and safe learning environment.
• Diffusing challenging situations and guiding pupils toward positive educational outcomes.
• Collaborating closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and support staff for a seamless learning experience.

Skills

SEN experience

Autism (ASD) knowledge

ADHD knowledge

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Job description

Job Title: SEN Specialist Teaching Assistant Primary Supply TA Flexible 1:1 Support

Pay: Competitive daily rates (Paid Weekly)

Location: Primary Schools Across the Local Area

Empower Young Minds-On Your Own Terms!

Are you a passionate Special Educational Needs (SEN) Specialist looking for dynamic, flexible work that fits around your life? We are looking for hands-on, dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to join our supply team. Whether you're seeking day-to-day flexibility or a consistent long-term placement, this is your chance to make a real impact across diverse primary school settings while taking total control of your working week.

Key Requirements

• Proven Experience: Minimum 6 months of hands‑on SEN experience in primary educational settings.

• Specialist Knowledge: Demonstrated experience supporting children with Autism (ASD), ADHD, and Challenging Behaviour.

• Proactive & Supportive: A hands‑on approach to assisting both students and classroom teaching staff.

• Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills to build quick rapport with pupils and school teams.

• Behaviour Management: Strong, empathetic classroom and behaviour management techniques.

Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Providing tailored 1:1 support for individual students with specific SEN needs, as well as leading small group intervention sessions.

• Assisting teachers with delivering engaging, interactive lessons tailored to varying learning abilities.

• Fostering an inclusive, positive, and safe learning environment.

• Diffusing challenging situations and guiding pupils toward positive educational outcomes.

• Collaborating closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and support staff for a seamless learning experience.

Why Join Us?

• Paid Weekly: Reliable, hassle‑free weekly pay with competitive daily rates (scaled to assignment length).

• Work-Life Balance: Complete flexibility-choose the days you work via our easy‑to‑use Online Booking App & Time-sheets.

• Unrivalled Support: A dedicated recruitment consultant to guide you seamlessly through on‑boarding, compliance, and placement choices.

• Perks & Rewards: Earn up to 300 in shopping vouchers through our 'Refer-a-Friend' scheme (T&Cs apply).

• Free Training: Access to continuous professional development, including Free Safeguarding Training.

• Career Growth: Pathways to long‑term placements and career progression.

Ready to make a difference?