Teaching Assistant

Randstad Education; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Education is supporting a dedicated SEN school in Lingfield seeking a flexible worker with care, social care, or education experience. The role runs term-time only with a 12-week probation before possible permanent conversion.

Work days are Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:15 PM, with a real work-life balance as school holidays are free to travel or rest. The position starts in September, with a competitive daily rate of £89-£98.

Qualifications

• Background in care, social care, or education required.
• Solid understanding of autism spectrum.
• Willingness to support pupils aged 5-16 with personal care.
• Full driving licence and access to a car (rural campus location).
• Enhanced DBS via Update Service or willing to apply.
• Applicants must have UK work rights (no sponsorship).

Skills

Background in care/education

Autism awareness

Personal care support

Full driving licence

DBS Update Service

Job description

Join a supportive, close-knit team at a dedicated SEN school in Lingfield. Whether you're looking to switch things up or grow your background in care, social work, or education, this role lets you make a genuine daily impact while keeping your school holidays completely free to travel, recharge, or focus on yourself.

Temp to perm role after 12 week probation period.

Why You'll Love It:

• Real Work-Life Balance: Term-time only. When the school holidays hit, your time is 100% yours.
• Great Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:15 PM (no taking work home with you).
• Competitive Daily Rate: £89-£98 per day.
• Fresh Start: Roles available for a September start.

What We're Looking For:

• Transferable Experience: A background in care, social care, or education.
• Autism Awareness: A solid understanding of autism and the autistic spectrum.
• Comfort with Personal Care: Willingness to support pupils aged 5-16 with personal care routines.
• Full driving licence and access to a car (essential due to the rural campus location).
• Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be ready to process one).
• Note: Applicants must have existing UK work rights (sponsorship and visa applications cannot be supported).