SEND TA — 1:1 & Small Groups (Flexible Hours)

Randstad Education; Carshalton; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Flexible working

Staff development

Job summary

Randstad Education in Wallington, near Croydon, is seeking an experienced teaching assistant with specialist SEND experience to support students. You will provide 1:1 and small-group assistance, help with lessons, and contribute to a nurturing, inclusive environment, while maintaining consistent routines.

The role offers a daily rate of £88-£93 and hours from 8:30 to 16:30, Monday to Friday, within a supportive school setting.

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English and Maths at Grade 4/C or higher, Level 2 or 3 TA preferred.
• Proven background working with children or young people with SEND.
• Excellent communication, patience, emotional resilience, and proactivity.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted academic and behavioural support to individual pupils or small groups.
• Assist class teachers with classroom management, lesson preparation, and learning activities.
• Help create a calm, structured, and inclusive learning environment.
• Support pupils with emotional self-control and conflict resolution using positive behaviour strategies.
• Monitor student progress and report achievements or challenges to teaching staff.
• Escort and support pupils during lunch breaks, physical activities, and school trips where required.

Skills

Excellent communication

Empathy

Patience

Emotional resilience

Teamwork

Education

GCSEs English and Maths 4/C or higher

TA Level 2 or 3 preferred

Job description

Randstad Education in Wallington, near Croydon, is seeking an experienced teaching assistant with specialist SEND experience to support students. You will provide 1:1 and small-group assistance, help with lessons, and contribute to a nurturing, inclusive environment, while maintaining consistent routines.

The role offers a daily rate of £88-£93 and hours from 8:30 to 16:30, Monday to Friday, within a supportive school setting.