sen teaching assistant.

"True teaching is about guiding exploration, not giving answers."

Are you a Teaching Assistant working with SEN students?

Are you patient, compassionate, and eager to make a real difference in a full-time SEN role?

Are you experienced in supporting SEN students in UK schools for a year or more?

Randstad Education is recruiting a committed and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a specialist School in Woking. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to support students with SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs and other additional learning requirements in a therapeutic, student-centred setting.

About the School

This progressive SEN school focuses on helping students overcome barriers to learning and re-engage with education in a meaningful way. The school provides a nurturing and structured environment, offering therapeutic approaches and tailored learning support to help students thrive socially, emotionally, and academically.

Responsibilities

• Support students one-to-one and in small groups across a range of subjects
• Assist the class Teacher with differentiated lesson delivery and classroom management
• Encourage positive behaviour and emotional regulation through consistent routines and strategies
• Help implement individual learning plans and behaviour support strategies
• Contribute to a safe, inclusive, and respectful learning environment
• Work closely with teachers, SENCOs, therapists, and families to meet each student's unique needs

Requirements

• Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN, particularly SEMH, Autism, or ADHD
• Calm, confident, and compassionate approach to behaviour management
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to build trust and rapport with students facing social or emotional challenges
• Knowledge of safeguarding practices and willingness to follow school policies
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)
  
  

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Ongoing training and opportunities for professional development
• Supportive leadership and a strong team culture
• Smaller class sizes for more personalised support
• Career progression opportunities within SEN education
• Full school holidays and a healthy work-life balance
• Access to wellbeing support and staff assistance programmes
  
  

Safeguarding Commitment

Randstad and our school partners are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and thorough referencing.

References Required

Professional references confirming your experience working with children or young people will be required.

Support Growth. Empower Change.
Apply now to be part of a dedicated team making a real difference in the lives of students who need it most.