Special Needs Teaching Assistant (SEN TA)

Randstad Education; Hindhead; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a special needs teaching assistant for an outstanding SEN school in Hindhead. This permanent role involves supporting learners aged 5 to 19 with complex needs in a creative curriculum and outdoor activities. The ideal candidate will inspire and motivate SEN learners and work within a dedicated team. Applications are welcomed for this rewarding opportunity starting September 2025.

Qualifications

• Must have a passion for supporting SEN learners with complex needs.
• Experience in a similar role is preferred.
• Understanding of Autism and associated needs is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support SEN learners in daily activities and educational tasks.
• Assist in delivering the creative curriculum and outdoor activities.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and staff to ensure each child's needs are met.

Job description

Overview

Do you want to work in the number 1 SEN School in the county?

How does teaching and supporting forest school, bush-craft and a creative curriculum sound to you?

Do you want to inspire, motivate and make a difference to the lives of SEN learners with complex needs?

If you answered yes then look no further this is the opportunity for you! A warm and welcoming part‑residential specialist school local to you is looking for a special needs teaching assistant to join their award-winning team starting September 2025. The school is fully subscribed for this academic year and is looking for a fun and friendly TA to support their learners on their school site. The school supports learners between the ages of 5 and 19 years; pupils have complex needs including Autism, Asperger's and other associated needs. The school is invested in meeting the needs of every individual child and has been awarded Outstanding by OFSTED. The school offers an extensive and individually catered creative curriculum that includes outdoor activities (horse riding etc.) and is committed to helping learners move towards fully independent living. Hours: Monday–Friday 08:15–16:00, term time only. Permanent role. This role is open to receiving applications over the next week and will follow a three‑stage interview process.

Contact: Bryony on 01293 527416 for any questions regarding the role.