SEN Teaching Assistant Job at Randstad (Plymouth)

SEN Teaching Assistant

Randstad

Location:
United Kingdom , Plymouth

Category:
Education

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Job Description:

Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant - Long-Term Role. Are you an experienced, dedicated, and compassionate Teaching Assistant ready to commit to a highly rewarding long-term role supporting students with diverse needs? Randstad Education is seeking a committed professional to join a vibrant and supportive school environment in Plymouth. This is an excellent opportunity to utilize your skills and make a profound difference in the daily lives and learning outcomes of young students.

Job Responsibility:

Providing tailored one-to-one or small-group support to students with various SEN (e.g., ASD, ADHD, SEMH)
Assisting the teacher in implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
Collaborating closely with teaching staff and the SENCO to ensure consistency of care
Fostering positive social and emotional development and managing classroom behavior

Requirements:

Proven experience supporting children with diverse SEN requirements
A patient, compassionate, and highly adaptable nature
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
A proactive attitude and commitment to professional growth
Relevant qualifications or training in SEN support are desirable

Nice to have:

Relevant qualifications or training in SEN support are desirable
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
NVQ level 2
NVQ level 3
NVQ level 4
ability to track progression in attainment
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

What we offer:

A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement
Access to continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities
Competitive pay rates paid weekly
The chance to gain diverse, valuable experience across a range of schools
Referral Bonus
training and education
Safeguarding & Prevent

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 18, 2026

Expiration:
January 29, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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