Teaching Assistant


Company:	Randstad Education
Salary:	£95 to £105 a day
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Crawley, RH10 1FF
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	3 Sept 2026
Closing date:	3 Oct 2026

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Summary

Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant

Are you a compassionate, proactive individual ready to be the key to a child's educational journey?

We are a dedicated recruitment agency partnering with primary and early years settings, and we're looking for an exceptional Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant to provide vital one-to-one support to a child. This isn't just a job; it's an opportunity to transform a student's experience in the classroom.

The Role: Your Impact

As a Teaching Assistant focused on SEN support, you will be the child's champion. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

One-to-One Support: Focusing on both the child's academic progress and personal, social, and emotional development.

Tailored Learning: Implementing specific learning and development plans under the guidance of the Class Teacher or SENCO.

Emotional & Social Support: Offering a consistent and vital source of encouragement, helping the child feel secure and confident.

Positive Environment: Fostering an inclusive, encouraging, and structured learning atmosphere.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is someone who is reliable, empathetic, and ready to jump in and make a difference.

Experience: A minimum of 1 year of experience working with children, preferably within an early years or primary school setting.

Qualifications: A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, or equivalent, relevant experience.

Professional Knowledge: An understanding of child development and best practices for SEN assistance.

Compliance: An enhanced DBS check (ideally registered on the Update Service).

Why Join Our Team?

We value our staff and strive to offer placements that support a healthy work-life balance and professional growth:

Flexibility: Enjoy flexible shift patterns to suit your personal needs.

Professional Growth: Gain valuable, long-term experience and access to ongoing training and professional development programs.

Dedicated Support: You will have a personal consultant offering dedicated support throughout your entire placement.

Easy Administration: Convenient online systems for managing your bookings and submitting time sheets.

Referral Bonus: A generous £300 refer-a-friend incentive for successfully introducing new candidates!

Ready to start a rewarding career as a vital part of a child's success story? Apply today!

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