Job Description:
SEN Teaching Assistant | Long-Term & Full-Time | Lingfield Location: Lingfield, West Sussex Salary: £85 - £95 per day (Depending on experience) Contract Type: Long-Term, Full-Time Hours: 8:30 am - 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday Start Date: Immediate / As soon as possible Randstad Education is seeking a dedicated and proactive SEN Teaching Assistant to join a vibrant primary school community in Lingfield. This is a long-term role perfect for an educator who takes pride in "anticipating the needs of the classroom" and providing bespoke support for children with diverse learning requirements. The Role You will be an essential part of the classroom "engine," working closely with the Class Teacher to ensure a smooth workflow and an inclusive environment. Your daily impact will include: Care Plan Implementation: Understanding and following individual EHCPs and care plans to ensure every child's medical and behavioral needs are met. Proactive Preparation: Preparing sensory resources and lesson materials in advance to help the teacher focus on delivery. Adaptive Communication: Using a "nurturing and soft voice" when needed, or providing firm "incentives" to keep students engaged and motivated. Team Synergy: Working collaboratively with the teaching team, recognizing when to step in or when to "tag-team" with a colleague to best support a child's progress. Predictable Routines: Utilizing visual timetables and "First/Then" structures to help students manage transitions and understand the school day. What We Are Looking For Experience in SEN: A background in supporting children with autism (ASD), ADHD, or complex learning needs. The "Senior" Mindset: Someone who puts in the "extra effort" to understand the "blind spots" in a child's learning and adapts their approach accordingly. Safeguarding Excellence: A professional who understands the importance of the "No Secrets" rule and follows statutory reporting lines to the DSL. Reliability: A committed individual who can maintain the 8:30 am - 3:30 pm schedule to provide the consistency these children need. What Randstad Can Offer You Competitive Pay: Paid weekly via PAYE. Professional Growth: Access to our suite of CPD courses, including Team Teach and Safeguarding training. Dedicated Consultant: A local consultant who understands the Lingfield market and will support your career journey. Refer-a-Friend: Earn £300 in vouchers for every primary specialist you refer to us! Safeguarding Requirement Randstad Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates must undergo an Enhanced DBS check (or be on the update service) and provide satisfactory professional references. experience Non Teaching skills 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 qualifications 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,HLTA education high school,college,university
