At a Glance
- Tasks: Support SEN learners 1:1, helping them grow socially and emotionally.
- Company: Join an Ofsted 'Outstanding' school that values your career.
- Benefits: Fully funded training, free meals, and access to amazing facilities.
- Other info: Term-time only role with clear pathways for career progression.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while enjoying a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: GCSEs in Maths and English, plus experience as a TA or support worker.
The predicted salary is between 21800 - 24000 £ per year.
Location: Copthorne
Salary: £21.8 - 24k
Hours: Full-Time, Permanent (Term-Time Only)
Start Date: September
Are you looking for an SEN Teaching Assistant job within a supportive, Ofsted "Outstanding" school that genuinely invests in your career? We are seeking a dedicated Specialist TA to join our nationally recognised trust. In this rewarding role, you will work on a 1:1 basis with learners aged 5-16 with complex needs, autism (ASD), and associated behavioural or communication difficulties. Based in a modern, state-of-the-art day school with a maximum class size of 8, you will support students beyond academics, helping them develop socially, emotionally, and physically while building their self-esteem and independence.
Why Join Our Team? (Benefits & Perks)
- Fully Funded Training: Earn recognised qualifications fully paid for by the trust from your first day.
- Incredible Facilities: Work in a dream setting featuring a forest school, outdoor theatre, therapy rooms, music studios, art workshops, and the latest tech gadgets.
- Career Progression: Clear pathways for professional development with a supportive Senior Leadership Team (SLT).
- Work-Life Balance: Permanent, term-time-only contract.
- Added Perks: Free on-site meals and full access to school facilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support for SEN learners with complex and multiple learning difficulties.
- Assist in managing behavioural, social, and emotional development in a classroom of no more than 8 students.
- Collaborate with teachers and therapy teams to create a safe, enabling, and engaging learning environment.
- Utilise the school's premium resources (from tech to outdoor spaces) to enhance student engagement.
Job Requirements
- Qualifications: GCSEs in Maths and English (Grade C/4 or equivalent).
- Experience: Proven experience as a Teaching Assistant, Support Worker, or Childcare Professional (must be able to provide references).
- Compliance: Right to work in the UK and willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
How to Apply & Interview Process
If you want to take the next step in your SEN education career, we want to hear from you! To apply: Click the link below or contact Bryony on 01293 527416 for an informal, confidential chat.
Application Window & Interview Timeline: Applications are open for the next two weeks. Shortlisted applicants will begin a streamlined three-stage interview process within one week of the closing date, culminating in a final-stage interview with the school leadership team.
Specialist Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) in Copthorne employer: Randstad Education
Join our outstanding school in Copthorne as a Specialist Teaching Assistant, where you will be part of a nurturing environment that prioritises your professional growth and well-being. With fully funded training, access to incredible facilities, and a commitment to work-life balance through a term-time-only contract, we offer a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of students with complex needs. Our supportive leadership team is dedicated to helping you thrive in your career while enjoying the perks of free meals and state-of-the-art resources.
