Temp 2 Perm - SEN Teaching Assistant

Randstad Education; Godalming; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention bonus £1000

Term-time only with INSET days

On-site parking

Life insurance and wellness support

Training and mentoring

Job summary

Randstad Education is seeking a teaching assistant for a SEN school in Cranleigh to support pupils aged 8-13. No prior experience required; term-time only with INSET days and a retention bonus. You will join a team that delivers core subjects and life skills while using multi-sensory techniques to aid communication.

The role emphasises student wellbeing, empathy, and ongoing training, with opportunities for career progression and supervision.

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret information for students across a wide spectrum of ability.
• Confidence in written and verbal communication with good organisational skills.
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills for working solo or in a team.
• Enthusiastic attitude towards learning and empathetic approach.
• Own transport due to semi-rural location.

Responsibilities

• Help deliver core subjects (PSHE, literacy, numeracy) and essential life skills.
• Support student communication using multi-sensory techniques, Makaton, signs, or specialised aids.
• Provide emotional support to guide self-regulation and manage anxiety or frustration.
• Work with a dedicated team offering ongoing training, mentoring and personal care duties.

Skills

Diverse learners

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Enthusiastic learner

Transport access

Job description

We are searching for a teaching assistant to join our SEN school based in Cranleigh - no experience necessary.

The unique campus features forest schooling, stables, and a pool, and supports children aged 8-13.

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

• Help deliver core subjects (PSHE, literacy, numeracy) and essential life skills.
• Support student communication using multi-sensory techniques, Makaton, signs, or specialised aids.
• Provide emotional support to guide self-regulation and help manage anxiety or frustration.
• Work with a dedicated team offering ongoing training, mentoring, and full instruction for personal care duties.

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.