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Teaching assistant- special needs

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Randstad

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Location:
United Kingdom , Kidderminster

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Salary:

22996.00 - 25068.00 GBP / Year

Job Description:

Join our amazing team in Kidderminster as a Teaching Assistant. Your role will involve supporting classroom activities, helping students with special educational needs, and assisting with administrative tasks. If you're a team player with a can-do attitude, this role is for you!

Job Responsibility:

  • Supporting classroom activities
  • Helping students with special educational needs
  • Assisting with administrative tasks

Requirements:

  • GCSE Maths and English Level 2/C or above qualification is essential
  • Experience within an education setting
  • Understanding of the Safeguarding principles and Child Protection procedures
  • Some experience of working with SEMH learners with complex needs and challenging behaviour in a school environment
  • Commitment to the role, the desire to put the child first and treat them as an individual
  • A patient, caring and positive attitude
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • A valid DBS check or willingness to obtain one
  • Previous experience working with children in a school setting
  • Full clean driving licence

Nice to have:

  • Working towards Level 2 award in Support work in schools or an equivalent is desirable
  • Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or working with children is desirable
  • Be positive and creative in meeting pupils' needs
What we offer:

£1000 referral bonus

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 24, 2026

Expiration:
March 12, 2026

Work Type:
On-site work
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