Special Education Teaching Assistant
| Company: | Randstad Education |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £24,139 to £25,819 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Gatwick, RH10 1AA |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 10 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 10 Oct 2026 |
Summary
We are recruiting for a specialist primary school supporting pupils aged 6-11 on the autism spectrum. You will help create a safe, nurturing environment where each child can thrive.
Joining a collaborative multi-disciplinary team based in Crawley, you will support a teacher in lesson delivery and help provide a broad, creative curriculum. This role is ideal for a dedicated educator eager to make a real difference for neurodivergent pupils and their families within a school that prioritises staff wellbeing and development.
We operate a strict no-sponsorship policy; all applicants must have the permanent right to work in the UK.
Working Hours: Mon/Wed/Thu 8:15AM - 4:45PM, Tue 8:15AM - 5PM, Friday 8:15AM - 4PM.
Key Duties
Establish warm, caring, and supportive relationships with pupils to ensure they feel safe, secure, and ready to learn.
Encourage personal development and independence in daily tasks and social interactions.
Assist the Class Teacher with the day-to-day running of the classroom and adapt to the evolving needs of the school.
Support the cognitive, social, emotional, behavioural, and physical development of each pupil.
Adapt to various tasks to ensure smooth school operations. Full training will be provided for occasions where physical intervention may be required.
Must Haves
Minimum GCSE Grade 4 (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
A Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable but not essential.
Prior experience working within a special educational needs (SEN) or special school environment.
Able to provide your own vehicle preferred due to the site's semi-rural location.
Strong understanding of safeguarding principles and child protection procedures.
Eligibility to work in the UK.
The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check.
Benefits
Term time working only.
£1000 welcome bonus subject to employer's stipulations.
Continued training and development opportunities, including Teach Teach training.
Shopping and transportation schemes including UK health cash plan.
£1,000 refer-a-friend programme.
24/7 employee assistance programme and network of supportive and nurturing staff.
If you are interested in this role please send your CV to brittany.tijou@randstad.co.uk or give Brittany a ring on 01293527416.
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