Teaching Assistant Job at Randstad (Crawley)

Job Description

Primary Teaching Assistant | Randstad Education Location: Crawley, West Sussex Contract: Full-Time, Term-Time Only Salary: Competitive (Based on experience) Are you dedicated to inspiring young minds? Randstad Education is currently recruiting Primary Teaching Assistants to join a network of outstanding schools across Crawley. If you are looking for a rewarding role where you can truly influence a child's educational journey, we want to hear from you. The Role As a Primary Teaching Assistant, you will be the backbone of the classroom, working in partnership with dedicated teachers to foster an inclusive, engaging, and thriving learning environment. Whether you are leading a small group or providing vital one-on-one support, your presence will be key to student success.

Job Responsibility

Collaborative Teaching: Partner with class teachers to deliver vibrant and effective lessons
Targeted Support: Provide 1:1 or small group interventions for pupils requiring additional guidance
SEN Provision: Support children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), ensuring tailored care and inclusion
Classroom Dynamics: Maintain a positive learning atmosphere through proactive behaviour management
Resource Management: Organise and prepare essential teaching materials and classroom displays
School Community: Support school events, activities, and parent-teacher meetings

Requirements

Previous experience working with children (ideally in a primary school setting)
Patient, nurturing, and adaptable approach to supporting young learners
Excellent teamwork and communication abilities
Positive 'can-do' attitude and flexibility to meet classroom needs
Relevant childcare or education qualifications are a plus but not essential
Rock-solid commitment to child welfare
Enhanced DBS check is mandatory

Nice to have

Experience in administering medication
Experience in managing challenging behaviour
Experience with autism spectrum disorders
Experience with learning difficulties
Experience with social emotional mental health
Speech and language therapy experience
Manual handling
Restraint training
Mentor experience
Personal care experience
Marking
Planning
Background in youth work
Behaviour management
De-escalation techniques
Empathy
Inclusiveness

What we offer

Competitive pay
Work-life balance with term-time hours
Access to professional training and clear paths for progression
Supportive network within a collaborative local school community
Diverse opportunities across Crawley
Training and education

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