Cover Teaching Assistant Job at Randstad (Crawley)

Job Description

Are you dedicated to inspiring young minds? Randstad Education is currently recruiting Primary Teaching Assistants to join a network of outstanding schools across Crawley. If you are looking for a rewarding role where you can truly influence a child's educational journey, we want to hear from you. The Role: As a Primary Teaching Assistant, you will be the backbone of the classroom, working in partnership with dedicated teachers to foster an inclusive, engaging, and thriving learning environment. Whether you are leading a small group or providing vital one-on-one support, your presence will be key to student success.

Job Responsibility

Collaborative Teaching: Partner with class teachers to deliver vibrant and effective lessons
Targeted Support: Provide 1:1 or small group interventions for pupils requiring additional guidance
SEN Provision: Support children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), ensuring tailored care and inclusion
Classroom Dynamics: Maintain a positive learning atmosphere through proactive behaviour management
Resource Management: Organise and prepare essential teaching materials and classroom displays
School Community: Support school events, activities, and parent-teacher meetings

Requirements

Previous experience working with children (ideally in a primary school setting)
A patient, nurturing, and adaptable approach to supporting young learners
Excellent teamwork and communication abilities
A positive 'can-do' attitude and the flexibility to meet classroom needs
Relevant childcare or education qualifications are a plus but not essential
A rock-solid commitment to child welfare
An Enhanced DBS check is mandatory for this role

Nice to have

background in youth work
behaviour management
building relationships
classroom management
communication
de-escalation techniques
empathy
experience in administering medication
experience in managing challenging behaviour
experience with autism spectrum disorders
experience with learning difficulties
experience with social emotional mental health
inclusiveness
manual handling
marking
mentor experience
personal care experience
planning
resilience
restraint training
speech and language therapy experience
CACHE level 1 or 2
CACHE level 2 or 3
early childhood studies degree
health and social care experience
health and social care qualifications (NVQ)
HLTA
high school
college
university

What we offer

Competitive Pay
Work-Life Balance: Term-time hours with flexible full and part-time options
Career Growth: Access to professional training and clear paths for progression
A Supportive Network: Work within a collaborative and nurturing local school community
Diverse Opportunities: Access to a wide variety of placements across Crawley
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