SEN Teaching Assistant

Tired of the 9-to-5 Grind? Build a Career That Actually Matters. Specialist Education Assistant | Cranleigh, Surrey. The Perks: £20k-£21k Actual (£24.5k FTE) + £1,000 Bonus | Minimal Experience Needed | Free Lunch. Are you the person who always steps up to help others? Do you have bags of patience, a thick skin, and a desire to do something more rewarding than just hitting targets or filing paperwork? We are a specialist school and college for incredible young people (ages 5-19) with complex learning needs and autism. We aren't looking for a 'traditional' academic-we're looking for someone with heart, energy, and resilience. Why This Isn't Your Average 'TA' Job. Forget sitting at the back of a room sharpening pencils. This is a hands-on, active, and deeply human role. You'll be: A Communication Champion: Helping a student find their 'voice' using signs, symbols, and tech. A Life Coach: Teaching the 'small' wins-from making a snack to managing big emotions-that are actually massive milestones. A Teammate: Working in a tight-knit group on a beautiful 23-acre site where no two days are the same. We Pay for Your Qualifications. Think you need a degree in education? Think again. We value your personality and potential over your CV history. Earn while you learn: We will put you through a fully funded Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship. Specialist Training: We'll teach you everything you need to know about behaviour support (Team Teach) and SEN care. A Real Career Path: Many of our TAs go on to become Lead TAs, Therapists, or Teachers. What's in it for you? The Schedule: Say goodbye to weekend shifts. This is term-time only, giving you 13 weeks off a year. The Bonus: A £1,000 thank-you bonus (paid in stages) just for being part of the team. The Extras: Free hot lunches, free parking, and a medical cash plan to keep you feeling your best. Are you the right fit? You don't need a background in schools. You do need to be: Resilient: Some days are tough. Our students get frustrated, and you'll need the calm to guide them through it. Committed: You're helping build a young person's future-consistency is key. Mobile: We are based in a stunning semi-rural location in Cranleigh, so having your own wheels is a big plus. Stop just 'working' and start making a difference. Apply now to join a community that celebrates every victory-no matter how small. Call Paul on 01293 527416 or email paul.hirchfield@randstad.co.uk. This role involves working with vulnerable young people; an enhanced DBS check and solid references are part of the deal.