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Are you a passionate and patient educator looking to support young people as they transition into adulthood and develop vital independence skills? Do you thrive in a specialist learning environment where every milestone towards a student's personal growth is celebrated? Are you seeking a rewarding full-time role this September that offers the perfect balance of day-to-day variety and long-term impact? If so, Randstad Education wants to hear from you. We are currently recruiting a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant for a fantastic specialist Post-16 site in the Wakefield area. Starting in September 2026, this full-time temporary role is perfect for someone who wants to help young adults with special educational needs navigate their next steps on a flexible, day-to-day ad-hoc supply basis.
Job Responsibility
Providing tailored 1:1 and small group support to young adults with complex learning, physical, or communication needs
Assisting the tutor in delivering a life-skills and vocational curriculum, ensuring a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment
Helping students develop their social skills, emotional regulation, and independence during practical tasks, travel training, or life-skills sessions
Monitoring, tracking, and recording student progress, boosting their self-esteem, and strictly adhering to all safeguarding protocols
Requirements
Previous experience working with children or young adults with SEND, or within a care/support work setting in the UK
Full eligibility to work in the UK
An enhanced DBS check on the update service, or a total willingness to undergo a new check via Randstad
A compassionate, non-judgemental approach and a genuine desire to act as a positive mentor
What we offer
Earn £300 in Love2shop vouchers for every person you successfully refer to us (T&Cs apply)
Free access to professional development courses, including Team Teach training