special teaching assistant.

(£21,599 - £22,462 based on 36 hours per week)

Are you looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of SEN pupils while advancing your professional development with a supportive institution? Located on a stunning, one-of-a-kind campus in Cranleigh, this school provides both staff and students with educational experiences that extend far beyond the traditional classroom setting-featuring forest schooling, stables, and an on-site swimming pool. In this role, you will be dedicated to supporting children aged 8 to 13.

Working Hours: Monday 8:30-16:00, Tuesday-Thursday 8:30-16:15, Friday 8:30-15:45

We operate a strict no-sponsorship policy; all applicants must have the permanent right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the delivery of fundamental subjects, including PSHE, numeracy, and literacy, while fostering essential daily living skills.
• Utilise multi-sensory techniques, such as signs, Makaton, symbols, or specialised aids, to enhance student communication.
• Offer emotional guidance to help students navigate feelings of frustration or anxiety and develop effective self-regulation strategies.
• Collaborate within a committed, expert team that provides extensive mentoring and training; this includes full instruction for roles requiring personal care support.

You Must Have…

• The ability to interpret information for students with a wide spectrum of ability.
• Confidence with written and oral communication, organisational skills and attention to detail for meeting tight deadlines.
• Good interpersonal and negotiation skills within a solo-working or team environment.
• An enthusiastic attitude towards learning, alongside committed and empathetic qualities.
• Access to your own transportation due to semi-rural location.

Ideally You Will Have…

• Previous experience working in a role supporting students with autism spectrum disorder or within a special educational needs setting.
• Team Teach training, or willing to undergo training before employment begins and refresher training periodically thereafter.

Benefits:

• Term-time only working plus 5 INSET days.
• £1000 retention bonus for new employees.
• Regular training, supervision and 1:1 mentoring supporting your career progression.
• Life insurance and medical cashplan.
• 24/7 employee wellbeing and counselling programme as well as access to adult mental health first aiders and occupational health support.
• Discounted fitness classes.
• Free lunch during term time.
• Ample on-site parking.

If you are interested in discussing this role, please contact: View email address on randstad.com