Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant

Randstad Education; Burgess Hill; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Education in Horley is seeking a dedicated teaching assistant to support learners in a specialist SEMH setting. The role offers a stable schedule and school holidays off, facilitating a healthy work-life balance.

Working Monday to Friday, 08:30–16:30, you will assist pupils aged 5–16, using a trauma-informed approach and DBS Update Service to ensure student safety.

Qualifications

• Experience in educational or support settings (3–6 months).
• GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or equivalent).
• Trauma-informed approach to student care and educational guidance.
• Willingness to assist pupils aged 5-16 with personal care.
• Valid UK driver’s licence and vehicle access (required due to campus location).
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one.

Skills

Trauma-informed

Personal care assistance

Driving licence

Education

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

DBS Update Service

Tools

Enhanced DBS

Job description

Are you ready to advance your career in education? A rewarding role awaits at our specialised SEMH school based in Horley. We are hiring for a teaching assistant who can make a lasting impact on young people while benefiting from a healthy work-life balance with school holidays off.

Daily Rate: £95 - £105 per day

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 08:30 - 16:30

Key Requirements & Qualifications:

• At least 3-6 months of experience in a similar educational or support setting.
• GCSE passes in English and Mathematics (Grade 4/C or equivalent).
• A trauma-informed approach to student care and educational guidance.
• Willingness and ability to assist pupils aged 5-16 with personal care.
• A valid UK driver's license and vehicle access (required due to the campus location).
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or a willingness to apply for one.

Candidates requiring visa sponsorship cannot be considered for this opening.