training and education
Safeguarding & Prevent
Location: Near Guildford / Cranleigh (Free transport/parking provided)
Hours: 36.75 hours per week (Full-time & Part-time options available, minimum 3 days including Tuesdays & Fridays)
Contract: Term-time only
Are you looking to build a promising career in Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Do you have a passion for helping others and want to learn how to support autistic children using proven, behaviourally-based teaching techniques?
We are seeking enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join a specialist educational facility as a Trainee SEN / CABAS Teacher (also known as an SEN Teaching Assistant or SEN Behaviour Analyst).
In this role, you will work 1:1 and in small groups with pupils, designing and delivering teaching sessions that accelerate learning, improve social and emotional development, and focus on vital communication and life skills. You will be fully supported by extensive training and regular supervision from some of the UK's leading, internationally recognised behaviour analytic experts.
What's in it for you?
Financial Rewards: £1,000 joining bonus, regular pay progression, and a performance-related bonus scheme.
Incredible Training & Qualifications: Fully funded pathways including:
RQF CACHE Levels 2, 3 & 4 (Early Years, Learning Difficulties, Teaching & Learning).
Behaviour analysis specific qualifications (CABAS teaching ranks, Registered Behaviour Technician (RBT), and UK-SBA certifications).
Fully funded Master's Degrees in Behaviour Analysis or High Incidence & Disabilities.
PROACT-SCIPr-UK® behaviour management training, First Aid, Safeguarding, and Leadership training.
Work-Life Balance: Term-time only working with 56 days of school holidays plus bank holidays.
Perks & Wellbeing: Free parking or daily transport from Guildford and Cranleigh; comprehensive wellbeing and employee assistance programs; and high street discounts.
Key Responsibilities
Provide 1:1 and small group teaching and support to autistic pupils following individualised curriculums.
Plan, prepare, and deliver lessons that focus heavily on communication, life skills, and social development.
Use behaviourally-based teaching and positive reinforcement to help pupils reach their full potential.
Assist with breaktime duties, playground support, snack times, and off-site educational trips.
Provide personal care (toileting, feeding) and support hygiene maintenance where required.
Contribute to educational research and continually progress your own professional development.
What You Need to Succeed
Experience: Professional, personal, or voluntary experience working with children and/or disabilities.
Education: Minimum Grade C/4 GCSE (or equivalent) in English Language and Maths.
Resilience: Comfortable working with pupils with a high level of need, which can include disregulated behaviours, and the ability to stay calm under pressure.
Physical Capability: Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including twisting, stooping, and working at a lower height.
Attitude: A positive, can-do attitude with a commitment to continuous personal and professional development.
An Early Years qualification is desirable but not essential.
Please Note: The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, as we are strictly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
How to Apply
Ready to take the first step into a deeply rewarding, fully funded career path? Contact Paul Hirchfield today for more details or to submit your application:
Email: paul.hirchfield@randstad.co.uk
Phone: 01293 527416
