Teaching Assistant

Randstad Education; Guildford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational support provider in Guildford is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support students with diverse needs. Your role will involve assisting the class teacher to create an inclusive learning environment and providing tailored support to students. Ideal candidates will have a passion for helping young people, excellent communication skills, and experience in related settings. Join us to make a positive impact in education and help drive student success.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or young adults in caring or therapeutic environments.
• Experience as a teaching assistant is a plus but not required.
• Experience with diverse learning needs or disabilities is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the class teacher and students.
• Assist with educational activities.
• Provide one-on-one or small-group support.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Understanding

Adaptability

Education

Relevant qualification in education or childcare

Job description

Make a Difference: Become a Teaching Assistant in Cranleigh, Surrey

Are you passionate about supporting young people with diverse needs?

Do you have experience working with children or young adults in a caring, therapeutic, or support-focused environment?

This could be the perfect opportunity for you to transition your skills into an educational setting.

Randstad is recruiting on behalf of a prestigious specialist trust in Cranleigh, Surrey, dedicated to providing high‑quality education and support to students with a wide range of learning needs. We are looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their team.

Job Details

• Location: Cranleigh, Surrey

• Department: Education

• Reporting to: Class Teacher

Role and Responsibilities

As a Teaching Assistant, you will provide vital support to the class teacher and students, helping to create a positive and inclusive learning environment. Your responsibilities will vary based on the specific needs of the students and the classroom, but will include assisting with educational activities and providing one‑on‑one or small‑group support. This role is a fantastic way to apply your non‑school‑based skills in a structured educational setting.

Ideal Candidate

We are seeking a compassionate individual with a genuine passion for working with young people.

• Experience: While experience as a teaching assistant is a plus, we highly value experience gained from other roles supporting children or young adults with diverse needs. This could include experience in a care home, youth centre, therapy setting, or as a support worker.

• Qualifications: A relevant qualification in education or childcare is desirable but not essential. The most important qualification is your experience and passion for working with young people.

• Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential. The ideal candidate will be patient, understanding, and adaptable. Experience working with individuals with diverse learning needs or disabilities would be a significant advantage.

How to Apply

If you're ready to apply your skills in a new and rewarding environment, we encourage you to apply through the Randstad website or call Paul on 01293 527416 for more information. [e-mail]