Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Randstad Education; Horsham; On-site; GBP 16,236 - 17,896; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Education is seeking a dedicated support worker for a SEMH school in Lingfield. The role starts in September and is term-time only, with hours 8:40am-3:55pm, Monday to Friday. A fixed probation period of 12 weeks leads to permanent employment for the right candidate.

The post requires personal care for students aged 5-16, an Enhanced DBS on the update service, and a trauma-informed approach to support vulnerable learners in a calm, stable environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to provide personal care for ages 5-16.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service is required or willing to undergo it.
• Trauma-informed approach to teaching and supporting students with SEMH.

Skills

Personal care

Trauma-informed approach

Emotional resilience

Driving licence

Education

Enhanced DBS (update service)

Job description

Are you looking for a new career within education? Join the supportive and fulfilling community at our SEMH school based in Lingfield. Roles available to start in September and term time working only to allow for freedom during the school holidays.

Working Hours: 8:40am-3:55pm Monday - Friday

(Salary: £88 - £97 per day - permanent after 12 week probationary period)

Essentials

• You must be able to do personal care for ages 5-16 years old.
• Have or be willing to undergo an Enhanced DBS on the update service.
• Transferable skills from care, social care, education, fostering or similar.
• A driving licence and access to a car (due to the campus' remote location).
• A trauma-informed approach to teaching and supporting students with social, emotional and mental health needs.
• Emotional resilience and unwavering care for vulnerable children.

Applicants reliant on sponsorship or with a VISA will not be considered at this time.