Special Teaching Assistant

Randstad Education; Billingshurst; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time only + 5 INSET days

Retention bonus

Wellbeing programme

Life insurance

Medical cashplan

On-site parking

Free lunch during term time

Job summary

Randstad Education in Cranleigh is seeking a dedicated teaching assistant to support SEN pupils aged 8 to 13 on a stunning campus. The role focuses on literacy, numeracy, PSHE, and daily living skills, with mentoring and training provided.

Working hours are Monday to Friday with Early/late times, term-time only plus INSET days, and a £21,599–£22,462 salary depending on hours. Applicants must have right to work in the UK and access to transport.

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret information for students with a wide spectrum of ability.
• Clear written and oral communication with good organisational skills and meeting deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation abilities in team or solo work.
• Enthusiastic, empathetic attitude towards learner progress.
• Access to own transport due to semi-rural location.

Responsibilities

• Assist with delivery of fundamental subjects including PSHE, numeracy and literacy.
• Use multi-sensory tools (signs/Makaton) to aid communication.
• Provide emotional support and help students develop self-regulation strategies.
• Collaborate with a mentoring team providing training and guidance for personal care roles.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Enthusiastic attitude

Driver/transport access

Education

Team Teach training

Job description

(£21,599 - £22,462 based on 36 hours per week)

Are you looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of SEN pupils while advancing your professional development with a supportive institution? Located on a stunning, one‑of‑a‑kind campus in Cranleigh, this school provides both staff and students with educational experiences that extend far beyond the traditional classroom setting‑featuring forest schooling, stables, and an on‑site swimming pool. In this role, you will be dedicated to supporting children aged 8 to 13.

Working Hours: Monday 8:30-16:00, Tuesday-Thursday 8:30-16:15, Friday 8:30-15:45

We operate a strict no‑sponsorship policy; all applicants must have the permanent right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the delivery of fundamental subjects, including PSHE, numeracy, and literacy, while fostering essential daily living skills.
• Utilise multi‑sensory techniques, such as signs, Makaton, symbols, or specialised aids, to enhance student communication.
• Offer emotional guidance to help students navigate feelings of frustration or anxiety and develop effective self‑regulation strategies.
• Collaborate within a committed, expert team that provides extensive mentoring and training; this includes full instruction for roles requiring personal care support.

You Must Have

• The ability to interpret information for students with a wide spectrum of ability.
• Confidence with written and oral communication, organisational skills and attention to detail for meeting tight deadlines.
• Good interpersonal and negotiation skills within a solo‑working or team environment.
• An enthusiastic attitude towards learning, alongside committed and empathetic qualities.
• Access to your own transportation due to semi‑rural location.

Ideally You Will Have

• Previous experience working in a role supporting students with autism spectrum disorder or within a special educational needs setting.
• Team Teach training, or willing to undergo training before employment begins and refresher training periodically thereafter.

Benefits:

• Term‑time only working plus 5 INSET days.
• £1000 retention bonus for new employees.
• Regular training, supervision and 1:1 mentoring supporting your career progression.
• Life insurance and medical cashplan.
• 24/7 employee wellbeing and counselling programme as well as access to adult mental health first aiders and occupational health support.
• Discounted fitness classes.
• Free lunch during term time.
• Ample on‑site parking.

If you are interested in discussing this role, please contact: [e-mail]