special needs teaching assistant

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

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is looking for a Teaching Assistant in Crawley. The role focuses on supporting children aged 4-11 in their learning and development. Candidates need experience with children, GCSEs in Maths and English, and a passion for education. Join a supportive team and make a significant impact in students' lives.

Benefits

Access to e-learning resources and CPD opportunities

£300 Love2Shop referral bonus

Supportive colleagues and long-term potential

Flexibility to work across different year groups

Qualifications

• Experience in a classroom or childcare setting.
• Enhanced child DBS (we can help with this).
• Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available).

Responsibilities

• Support teachers and groups of students in class.
• Provide feedback and help track progress.
• Assist with pastoral care and well-being.
• Communicate with parents and carers.

Skills

Experience working with children

Passion for helping young learners

Patience

Communication skills

Classroom management skills

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English (Grade C or above)

Job description

Overview

Make a Real Impact as a Teaching Assistant!

Teaching assistants do more than fill gaps—they help students thrive and succeed.

Have you:

• Had experience in a classroom or childcare setting?
• Helped students reach their goals?
• Felt you would excel in a school environment?

If yes, keep reading!

Randstad is working with fantastic local schools to find enthusiastic individuals ready to support children's learning and development. Whether you have experience in childcare or a caregiving background, this could be your ideal next step.

This term-time, full-time contract role focuses on children aged 4-11, with training and support provided from day one. Join a welcoming, experienced team and make a difference every day.

What Youll Get

• Access to e-learning resources and CPD opportunities
• £300 Love2Shop referral bonus (T&Cs apply)
• Supportive colleagues and long-term potential
• Flexibility to work across different year groups

Your Role

• Support teachers and groups of students in class
• Provide feedback and help track progress
• Assist with pastoral care and well-being
• Communicate with parents and carers
• Work 1:1 or with small groups
• Be a positive role model in the school

What Youll Need

• Experience working with children
• Passion for helping young learners
• GCSEs in Maths and English (Grade C or above)
• Enhanced child DBS (we can help with this)
• Patience, communication, and classroom management skills
• Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available)

Ready to inspire and support the next generation?

Apply now or contact Arshad at 01293 527416 or [e-mail] for more information.