training and education
E-learning modules
£90 - £95 per day
Thetford
Are you the kind of person who sees a "challenge" as an opportunity to find a more creative way to connect?
Do you have the emotional grit to stay composed when a student is overwhelmed and the genuine warmth to celebrate the "inch-stones" that represent massive personal victories?
We are seeking a proactive and resilient SEN Teaching Assistant to join a wonderful SEN School in Thetford. This is a full-time, long-term commitment to a classroom where no two days are the same. You will be supporting pupils with various needs, primarily Autism (ASC) and Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), ensuring they have a safe, structured, and compassionate environment in which to thrive.
Your Daily Impact: Responsibilities
- Tailored 1:1 Intervention: Deliver bespoke learning activities that match a student's energy, interest, and sensory needs in real-time.
- Communication Facilitation: Empower students using PECS, Makaton, and visual choice boards, ensuring every learner has a functional way to express their feelings and needs.
- Sensory & Emotional Regulation: Act as a co-regulator for students, utilising "brain breaks" and low-arousal techniques to prevent and manage dysregulation.
- EHCP Evidence Gathering: Work alongside the Class Teacher to observe and document the "small-steps" of progress for Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) reviews.
- Compassionate Personal Care: Assist with mobility and personal hygiene needs, ensuring the student's dignity and privacy are respected at all times.
- Team Synergy: Function as a proactive member of a tight-knit classroom team, identifying potential triggers before they lead to challenging moments.
What You'll Bring to the Team
- A "Calm Anchor" Personality: The ability to remain compassionate and steady when a student is in crisis or exhibiting challenging behaviour.
- High Emotional Intelligence: You can read a student's body language and anticipate their needs before they become frustrated.
- Unwavering Reliability: Our students find change difficult; we need a dependable professional who will be a consistent figure in their daily routine.
- A Learner's Mindset: Whether you have a background in care, psychology, or youth work, you are eager to learn and implement new specialist techniques.
- Compliance: An enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service (or a willingness to process a new one through Randstad).
Why Choose Randstad?
- Elite PAYE Rates: £90 - £95 per day, with no umbrella fees and a transparent weekly pay cycle.
- Thetford Stability: Secure a consistent, full-time role in a school that prides itself on its community feel and staff support.
- Certified Professional Growth: Free access to Team Teach, Safeguarding, and Autism Awareness training.
- Dedicated Consultant: Work with Neeraj, your local specialist who will guide you through the vetting process and provide ongoing support.
- Referral Rewards: Earn a £300 voucher for every qualified educator you refer who joins 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.
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