SEN Teaching Assistant (Supply or Long Term Contract)

Randstad Education; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Education is seeking an experienced SEN teaching assistant for a school in Guildford on a day-to-day and long-term contract basis. You will work with students with autism, complex disabilities, and non-verbal communication needs, below age expectancy.

Working hours are 9:30–3:30. Salary is £88–£100 per day. DBS checks and relevant experience are required or desirable to secure the role.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English and Maths (C/4 or above) required.
• Enhanced DBS check for child and adult workforce.
• 3–6 months experience with children, SEN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support students with autism and complex disabilities.
• Assist with non-verbal communication.
• Provide day-to-day classroom support and supervision.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Emotional resilience

Proactive approach

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

GCSE English & Maths

Job description

We are searching for an experienced SEN teaching assistant to join our school based in Guildford on a day-to-day basis / long term contracted basis (until the end of the academic year with a possibility of switching to a permanent position for the right candidate).

In this role you will be working along students with autism, complex disabilities as well as non-verbal communication, who are operating below age expectancy.

Working Hours: 9:30-3:30

Salary: £88-£100 a day

Requirements & Qualifications

• Qualifications: GCSEs in English and Mathematics (Grade C/4 or above, or equivalent standard). Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable but not neccessary.
• Enhanced DBS check for child and adult workforce on the update service or willingness to pay for one.
• Prior experience (3-6 months minimum) working with children or young people, preferably within SEN.
• Strong communication skills, patience, emotional resilience, and a proactive approach.