Special Teaching Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Medical cashplan

Wellbeing programme

Mental health support

Discounted fitness classes

Free lunch during term time

Ample on-site parking

Job summary

Randstad Education is seeking a dedicated role to support SEN pupils at a Cranleigh campus. You will assist with teaching basic subjects and develop essential life skills for students aged 8 to 13, using multisensory communication methods and providing emotional support.

The position operates term-time with a 5 INSET days, on-site facilities, and comprehensive mentoring and training. Applicants must have right to work in the UK and access to transport due to semi-rural location.

Qualifications

• The ability to interpret information for students with a wide spectrum of ability.
• Confidence with written and oral communication, organizational skills and attention to detail for meeting tight deadlines.
• Good interpersonal and negotiation skills within a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with delivery of fundamental subjects (PSHE, numeracy, literacy) and support daily living skills.
• Use multi-sensory methods (signs, Makaton, symbols) to aid communication.
• Provide emotional guidance to help students manage frustration or anxiety and develop self-regulation.
• Collaborate with a supportive, mentoring team and participate in training for personal care roles.

Skills

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Adaptability

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]