Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

Randstad Education is seeking a dedicated SEN school role in Lingfield, offering term-time benefits and a supportive team. The position is set for a September start, with a 12-week probation before possible permanent placement. Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:15 PM, with a competitive daily rate (£89-£98).

Ideal candidates will have transferable experience in care or education, autism awareness, and the ability to support personal care for pupils aged 5-16. UK work rights required.

Qualifications

• Background in care, social care, or education.
• Solid understanding of autism and the autistic spectrum.
• Willingness to support pupils aged 5-16 with personal care routines.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or ready to process one).
• UK work rights required (sponsorship/visa not supported).

Responsibilities

• Mon-Fri, 8:30 AM – 4:15 PM (term-time only).
• Support pupils aged 5-16 with personal care routines.
• Maintain safeguarding and DBS requirements as per policy.

Skills

Autism awareness

Personal care

Transferable experience

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).