SEN Teaching Assistants - Thetford

Randstad Education; Norwich; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable education recruitment agency in Thetford seeks dedicated SEN Teaching Assistants to provide essential support for students with special educational needs. This full-time, permanent role focuses on fostering an inclusive environment, implementing education plans, and engaging with students. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience in SEN. Interested applicants should submit their CV via email.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with Autism, ADHD, and other SEN.
• Understanding of safeguarding procedures and SEN strategies.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviors.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small-group support to SEN students.
• Implement and track Individualised Education Plans.
• Maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

Experience with SEN

Communication skills

Flexibility

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Overview

Are you a skilled Level 2 TA who knows how to make learning fun and accessible for every child?

Do you thrive on being the patient and reliable support a child needs to build their confidence?

Are you looking for a role in a welcoming school where you can be a key part of the inclusion team?

If you're a dedicated professional, your next rewarding role is here!

Role details

Position: SEN Teaching Assistants - Primary

Location: Thetford

Contract Type: Full-Time Permanent position

Start Date: ASAP

Qualification: Level 2 TA, SEN experience

Randstad Education is recruiting patient and creative SEN Teaching Assistants for a key role in a child\'s early education. This rewarding position focuses on providing the essential support necessary for students to thrive.

This is a full time permanent position and you will be required to support five days a week Monday - Friday inline with school hours.

You can easily apply by simply emailing me your CV now to [e-mail] and I will get back to you soon!

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to SEN students.
• Implement and track progress against Individualised Education Plans (IEPs/EHCPs).
• Adapt learning materials and classroom activities under teacher guidance.
• Support student's social, emotional, and behavioural needs.
• Observe, record, and report on student progress to the teacher.
• Maintain a safe, positive, and inclusive classroom environment.

Preferred Skills

• Proven experience with a range of SEN (e.g., Autism, ADHD, SpLD).
• Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures and SEN strategies.
• Effective de-escalation, communication, and interpersonal abilities.
• Relevant TA or Special Education qualification is desirable.
• A full, clean driving licence.

Personal Attributes

• Be comfortable and confident in managing challenging behaviours.
• Ability to engage with, and build rapport with the students.
• Be creative, proactive and flexible in their supporting style.
• Have experience with SEND or knowledge learning difficulties.
• Patient, empathetic, and resilient.

Please note that this role is unable to offer any Sponsorship at this time.

All candidates will be subject to Randstad Education\'s child protection and UK eligibility vetting including a DBS check and providing satisfactory references. A DBS on the update service would be a distinct advantage due to the urgent nature of some of these roles.

If you have recent and relevant experience for this position and are immediately available for work then please email me your CV now to [e-mail] and I will be in touch with you!!

I look forward to hearing from you soon!