SEN Teaching Assistant Job at Randstad (Cranleigh)

SEN Teaching Assistant

Randstad

Location:
United Kingdom , Cranleigh

Category:
Education

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Job Description:

We are seeking an exceptional Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant to join a supportive secondary school team in Cranleigh. This is a highly rewarding role within the school's Inclusion department, focusing on students aged 11-16 with complex learning and emotional needs. This is a long-term to permanent position, offering you the stability of a consistent role with the opportunity to transition into a permanent contract. Reporting to the SENCo, you will be a key advocate for students with a range of needs, including Autism (ASD), Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges.

Job Responsibility:

Implement EHCPs and adapt curriculum resources to meet individual student targets
Provide high-quality 1-to-1 or small-group support to foster academic and social growth
Help students build the confidence and "life-ready" skills they need for adulthood
Use proactive de-escalation strategies to maintain a safe and nurturing learning environment

Requirements:

Proven experience working within a school setting
Prior experience supporting pupils with specific and complex SEN
Exceptional patience, resilience, and the ability to stay calm under pressure
Available for an immediate start and able to work 5 days a week during term time

Nice to have:

121 teaching experience
ability to communicate with parents
ability to work well under pressure
able to inspire
be a role model
building rapport with children
career driven
communication
effective discipline
empathy
engaging
excellent time management
FMS experience
good behaviour management skills
good classroom management
good communication skills
good sense of humour
high expectations
keen to contribute to the life of the school
key stage 3 experience
key stage 4 experience
key stage 5 experience
knowledge of A-level specification
knowledge of curriculum
knowledge of GCSE specification
knowledge of subject
motivated
partake in extra curricular activities
passion for education
SEN experience
set clear objectives
SIMS experience
sixth form experience
teaching assistant experience
team player
work well autonomously
years 7-11 experience

What we offer:

Competitive Pay
Stability: A 5-day-a-week role with a clear pathway to a permanent position
Professional Growth: Access to specialist SEN training and a multi-disciplinary team
Referral Bonus

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 22, 2026

Expiration:
February 25, 2026

Work Type:

On-site work

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