At a Glance
- Tasks: Support SEN learners 1:1, enhancing their social and emotional development.
- Company: Join an Ofsted 'Outstanding' school with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Fully funded training, free meals, and access to amazing facilities.
- Other info: Enjoy a term-time only contract with excellent career progression.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your career.
- Qualifications: GCSEs in Maths and English, plus relevant experience.
The predicted salary is between 21800 - 24000 £ per year.
Location: Haywards Heath
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.
Specialist Teaching Assistant (SEN TA) in Haywards Heath employer: Randstad Education
Join our outstanding school in Haywards Heath, where we prioritise the growth and well-being of both our students and staff. As a Specialist Teaching Assistant, you will benefit from fully funded training, exceptional facilities, and a clear pathway for career progression, all while enjoying a supportive work-life balance with term-time only hours. Our commitment to fostering a nurturing environment ensures that you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of learners with complex needs, all within a state-of-the-art setting.
