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sen teaching assistant

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Posting date: 11 June 2025
Salary: £85 to £95 per day
Additional salary information: £300 refer a friend bonus!
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 11 July 2025
Location: Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 0zz
Company: Randstad Education
Job type: Contract
Job reference: PR-1415555_1749635462

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Summary

Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant
Location: Crawley
Contract Type: Full-Time, Term-Time Only (Temp to Perm)
Working Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:00pm

Make a Real Difference-Change Lives Every Day
Looking for a truly rewarding career where you can make a lasting impact? If you're passionate about supporting children and young people with special educational needs (SEN), this is your opportunity to be part of something life-changing.

We are currently recruiting for a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a highly regarded specialist school in Crawley. The school caters to learners aged 5 to 19 with complex needs and SEN, offering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that helps students achieve both academic and personal milestones-including GCSEs, A-Levels, and vocational qualifications.

With over 90 students and a fully subscribed roll, this school is nationally recognised and award-winning. Their belief is simple yet powerful: everyone deserves the chance to learn, grow, and thrive-regardless of age or need.

The Role:
This is a full-time, term-time role supporting learners on a 1:1 basis as well as in small groups or whole class settings. The post is available immediately, with flexibility for notice periods, and is initially offered on a temporary basis with the potential to become permanent.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support students with SEN and complex needs in their academic and personal development

  • Work closely with teachers and therapists to implement tailored learning plans

  • Foster a positive, engaging, and inclusive classroom environment

  • Promote student well-being and confidence through compassionate and consistent support

Requirements:

  • Experience working in a care, SEN, or education setting (references required)

  • A calm, resilient, and nurturing attitude

  • GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English

  • Eligibility to work in the UK

  • Experience with SEN learners is desirable but not essential

What You'll Receive:

  • Excellent pay rates plus a welcome bonus

  • Full training and ongoing professional development

  • Access to staff benefits including:

    • Car lease/bike to work scheme

    • Free hot meals on site

    • Access to on-site facilities

    • Free parking

    • Fully equipped staff room with games, vending machines, and recliners

Next Steps:
Interviews will be held over the next three weeks. The recruitment process includes three stages, with final interviews conducted by senior school leaders.

Don't miss your chance to join a forward-thinking team committed to transforming lives. Apply today or contact Arshad on 01293 527416 for more information.

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