Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant

Randstad UK; Crawley; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad UK is recruiting a Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant for a SEMH school in Horley. The role involves supporting pupils aged 5–16 with personal care and classroom activities, with a trauma-informed approach and a DBS on update service. A valid UK driver’s license is required due to campus location.

The schedule is Monday to Friday, 08:30–16:30, with school holidays off, offering a balanced work-life rhythm in a specialised educational setting.

Qualifications

• 3–6 months of experience in an 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 to assist pupils aged 5–16 with personal care.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service, or willingness to apply for one.
• Candidates requiring visa sponsorship cannot be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist pupils aged 5–16 with personal care and daily activities.
• Support instructional activities and maintain a safe classroom environment.

Skills

Trauma-informed approach

Personal care support

Student welfare

Education

GCSE English and Maths

Job description

Special Educational Needs Teaching Assistant

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.

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.