SEN Teaching Assistant - Supply

Randstad UK; Reigate; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad UK is seeking an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist school in Reigate. You will support students with complex learning and physical disabilities, helping them access lessons and participate in activities. The role requires empathy, patience, and a proactive approach to diverse needs.

Working hours are 8:30–4:30, and the position may involve manual handling and close collaboration with care staff. DBS on Update Service is essential or willingness to process it.

Qualifications

• 3–6 months experience with SEN pupils.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service or willingness to undertake.
• Understanding of complex disabilities and autism.
• Transferable skills from care, support work or similar.
• Ability to commute; driving preferred.

Skills

SEN experience

Disability awareness

Autism understanding

Education

DBS Update Service

Job description

We are looking for an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant to join our award-winning, specialist school based in Reigate.

In this role you will be supporting students with a variety of severe learning and physical disabilities.

Working Hours: 8:30-4:30

Requirements:

• The school is near public transport options however driving is preferred.
• Enhanced Child and Adult Workforce DBS on the Update Service or willingness to undergo one.
• Proven history of 3-6 months working with SEN pupils or transferable skills from similar industries e.g. care or support work.
• An understanding of various complex disabilities and/or autism.
• Transferrable skills from other related fields: care, support work or similar.