sen teaching assistant.

£90 - £95 per day

King's Lynn

You've been in the classroom long enough to know that a "difficult" day is just a day where a student's needs aren't being met. Are you ready to bring your expertise to a school that truly values your skills?

We are seeking an experienced, high-caliber SEN Teaching Assistant to join a wonderful SEN School in King's Lynn. This role is designed for a practitioner who doesn't need "hand-holding"-someone who can walk into a high-pressure environment and immediately become a co-regulating force for students with complex Autism (ASC), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), and non-verbal communication profiles.

Your Expert Impact: Responsibilities

• Advanced 1:1 Intervention: Use your experience to deliver highly modified learning tasks that cater to the unique sensory and cognitive profiles of your students.
• Communication Specialist: Confidently lead sessions using Makaton, PECS, and high-tech AAC devices, acting as a mentor for less experienced staff members.
• De-escalation Mastery: Utilise your training (e.g., Team Teach) to identify early "rumblings" of distress, implementing proactive sensory diets and low-arousal strategies to maintain a safe environment.
• EHCP Data Lead: Take an active role in recording and analysing student data for Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) reviews, providing deep insights into behavioural trends and milestones.
• Hydrotherapy & Sensory Circuits: Lead or assist in specialised physical and sensory sessions, ensuring students remain regulated and physically engaged.
• Team Synergy: Act as a right-hand to the Class Teacher, helping to coordinate the classroom team and ensure 1:1 support is consistent and effective.

What You'll Bring to the Team

• Proven SEN Experience: A solid track record of working with complex needs (ASC, SLD, or PMLD) within a school or high-support care setting.
• Technical Proficiency: You are already comfortable with specialised communication tools and behavioural management frameworks.
• Resilient Leadership: The ability to remain a "calm anchor" during crisis moments, providing a model of professional poise for your colleagues.
• Commitment to Dignity: A deep understanding of how to provide personal care and physical support while maintaining the utmost respect for the student's autonomy.
• Compliance: An enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service (or a willingness to process one urgently through Randstad).

Why Partner with Randstad?

• Elite Experienced Rates: £90 - £95 per day
• King's Lynn Stability: Secure a consistent, long-term role in a school that offers high-quality facilities and a collaborative culture.
• Advanced Growth: Access our free, certified CPD suite to keep your Team Teach, Safeguarding, and SEN Pedagogy qualifications up to date.
• Personal Support: Work with Neeraj, your dedicated consultant who understands the Norfolk SEN market and will act as your professional advocate.
• Referral Bonus: Earn a £300 voucher for every experienced peer you successfully refer to our team!

How to Apply

If you are a dedicated and supportive individual ready to make a difference in a school setting, please apply immediately with your CV or contact Neeraj at neeraj.kommaravalli@randstad.co.uk for more information.

We are the UK market leader for recruitment in education. We have nearly two decades of experience helping teachers and support staff find temporary and permanent roles in schools, colleges, and nurseries. We partner with over 2,500 schools each week, supporting more than 135,000 children every day across the country, which allows us to find the right match for your skills.