Special Education Teaching Assistant - Long Term Contract

Randstad UK; Reigate; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad UK is seeking a skilled Special Education Teaching Assistant to join an award-winning specialist school in Reigate on a long-term contract. You will support pupils with severe learning disabilities and physical needs, working 8:30 to 4:30, with DBS enhanced checks either in place or to be obtained.

Experience of 3–6 months with SEN pupils or transferable skills from care roles is preferred. The role involves assisting students across activities and therapies, with a strong emphasis on

Qualifications

• 3-6 months working with SEN pupils or transferable skills from care or support work
• Understanding of various complex disabilities and/or autism
• DBS check (Enhanced Child and Adult Workforce) or willingness to undergo one

Responsibilities

• Assist pupils with diverse physical disabilities and severe learning needs.
• Support pupils in activities and classroom routines under supervision.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists and support staff to implement Individual Education Plans.
• Follow school policies, safeguarding procedures and DBS requirements.

Skills

SEN experience

Disabilities awareness

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Special Education Teaching Assistant - Long Term Contract

Seeking a skilled SEN Teaching Assistant for an award-winning specialist school in Reigate, providing support to students with severe learning and physical disabilities.

In this position, you will assist pupils managing diverse physical disabilities and severe learning needs.

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.