At a Glance
- Tasks: Support learners on a 1:1 and small group basis, communicating with parents about progress.
- Company: Join a vibrant specialist school ranked #1 in the county, catering to students aged 6-19.
- Benefits: Enjoy an excellent starting salary, a welcome bonus, and fully paid intensive training.
- Other info: The role involves a three-stage interview process with school leadership.
- Why this job: Be part of an Outstanding rated school that champions a supportive community ethos.
- Qualifications: Flexibility, resilience, and experience in school or education settings are desirable.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Join us and be part of something extraordinary! Are you eager to inspire a love for learning? Do you want to support students on a 1:1 and small group basis? If you're looking for a rewarding and long-term career as a Teaching Assistant in a specialist school, this is the perfect place to start!
This inclusive and welcoming specialist school is seeking a dedicated TA to provide essential support to learners with moderate and severe learning difficulties. With a dual-site campus and over 150 students, this school is a vibrant and dynamic environment, ranked #1 in the county.
Recently rated Outstanding by OFSTED, the school champions a "working together" and "everyone counts" ethos. It offers a broad curriculum that nurtures students' physical, emotional, spiritual, and intellectual growth. Catering to learners aged 6-19, the school prides itself on an exceptional leadership team and a strong sense of community.
Recent achievements include the Active Mark, Eco Award, Healthy School Award, and International School Award. The school also regularly organises successful fundraising events, reinforcing its commitment to both students and the wider community. From the moment you step through the gates, you'll feel the warmth, support, and passion that make this school truly special.
Benefits:- Excellent starting salary/term time and a welcome bonus
- 2 week intensive training - fully paid
- Modern resources and equipment including interactive whiteboards and iPads
- Superb and spacious classrooms and grounds
- Opportunities for progression from senior teaching assistant to other areas such as therapies and inclusion support
- Flexibility, resilience, and a positive approach to supporting learners
- School, nursery, or education-based experience (desirable)
- Knowledge of UK SEN settings (desirable)
- Eligibility to work in the UK
- Supporting learners on a 1:1, small group, and classroom basis
- Communicating with parents and carers about pupils' progress
- Participating in departmental meetings, parents' evenings, and whole school training events
If you want to learn more about this opportunity or wish to apply, please contact Bryony di Cara at 01293 527416. This role is open for applications over the next week. Shortlisted candidates will undergo a three-stage interview process, culminating in a final interview with school leadership.
SEN Teaching Assistant in Hassocks employer: Randstad Staffing
This inclusive specialist school is located on a dual-site campus and serves over 150 students. It has received multiple awards, including the Active Mark and Eco Award, showcasing its commitment to student development and community engagement.
