SEN Teaching Assistant
| Company: | Randstad Education |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £92.56 to £95 a day |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Westbury, BA13 1AA |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 26 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 25 Nov 2026 |
Summary
SEN Teaching Assistant - Frome (Supply)
Role Title: SEN Teaching Assistant / Special Educational Needs TA
Location: Frome, Somerset (BA11) - Commutable from Trowbridge, Westbury, Radstock, and Bath
Pay Rate: £92.56 - £95.00 per day (PAYE, paid weekly)
Working Hours: 08:30 - 15:30, Monday to Friday (Term time only)
Position Type: Day-to-Day Supply / Flexible Temporary Contract
Recruiter: Randstad Education
Overview
Are you an experienced
SEN Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) or
Learning Support Assistant (LSA) looking for flexible, day-to-day supply work in
Frome?
Randstad Education is hiring a dedicated Special Needs Assistant to support local primary, secondary, and specialist schools across Frome and surrounding East Somerset areas. This position offers consistent school hours (
8:30 AM to 3:30 PM) with the autonomy to select which days you work each week.
Whether you specialize in 1:1 support, small-group intervention, or general classroom assistance, we have immediate supply shifts available.
What the Role Entails
1:1 and Small Group Support: Assisting pupils with diverse Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC/ASD), ADHD, SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health), and Speech, Language & Communication Needs (SLCN).
Differentiated Learning: Working alongside the class teacher and school SENCo to adapt learning materials to pupils' individual Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP).
Behaviour & De-escalation: Implementing calm, positive behaviour strategies and sensory regulation breaks when pupils become overwhelmed.
Classroom Integration: Fostering independence, boosting pupil confidence, and encouraging participation in classroom and playground activities.
Essential Requirements
Relevant Experience: Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEN / additional needs (school, nursery, youth work, or residential care settings).
Knowledge of SEND: Understanding of common developmental conditions (e.g., ASD, ADHD, Dyslexia, SEMH).
Safeguarding & Compliance: A valid Enhanced DBS check registered on the DBS Update Service (or readiness to complete one through Randstad).
Reliability: Punctual, adaptable, and confident stepping into different classroom environments across Frome schools.
Why Work with Randstad Education?
Competitive Pay: £92.56 - £95.00 per day via PAYE (no hidden umbrella fees).
Work-Life Balance: Set daily hours of 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM with zero evening marking or planning.
Total Flexibility: Choose your availability weekly via our online shift app.
Local Opportunities: Regular bookings within Frome and nearby Somerset/Wiltshire schools.
Consultant Support: Dedicated support from your local Somerset education consultant.
Referral Scheme: Access to Randstad's "Refer a Friend" incentive (vouchers worth up to £300).
How to Apply
Interviews and registrations are taking place immediately for upcoming school terms.
Contact Consultant: Hannah Joyner
Phone: 01293 527426
Email: hannah.joyner@randstad.co.uk