Randstad Education • Cranleigh, Surrey GU6 8TP
About this role
Join Our Outstanding Specialist Educational Team in Cranleigh!
Are you a dedicated and experienced Teaching Assistant (TA) looking for a highly rewarding role where you can truly make a difference? A specialist independent day school for children and young people with autism and complex communication difficulties is seeking a motivated and compassionate TA to join their exceptional team.
About the School
Based in Cranleigh, Surrey, this is a unique and established educational setting for pupils aged 4-19 years.
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Specialist Focus
The school is committed to providing a safe, caring, and highly individualised education for every pupil to achieve their full potential.
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Curriculum & Ethos
The curriculum is broad, balanced, and highly personalised, with a strong foundation in the principles of behaviour analysis (CABAS). We focus heavily on communication, life skills, and promoting independence.
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Expert Team
You will work alongside a dedicated, multidisciplinary team of educators, behaviour analysts, and therapists who are experts in their field. The school is committed to continuous learning and offers extensive professional development and funded qualifications.
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Ofsted Rating
The school is Ofsted-rated 'Outstanding'.
The Role of a Teaching Assistant
As a Teaching Assistant, you will be an integral part of the classroom team, directly supporting pupil learning and development.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils, following their individualised curriculum plans.
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Assist in planning, preparing, and delivering lessons and activities that focus on core subjects, communication, and essential life skills.
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Implement behaviourally-based support strategies to promote positive outcomes and reduce behaviours that impact the pupil's quality of life.
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Monitor and accurately record pupil progress to ensure teaching is effective and appropriate for each child's needs.
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Support pupils' participation in trips and community-based learning, applying skills learned in the classroom to real-life situations.
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Assist with personal care where required (e.g., toileting, feeding) to encourage and enable acceptable levels of hygiene and independence.
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Assist with breaktime duties and contribute to a positive, welcoming classroom environment.
Essential Requirements
To be considered for this vital position, you must meet the following criteria
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UK Experience
Proven professional, personal, or voluntary experience working with children or adults with complex learning disabilities or special educational needs (SEN) in a UK setting.
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Transport
A valid UK driving licence and access to your own reliable transport are essential due to the school's location near Cranleigh.
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Mindset
A strong commitment to professional development, a positive 'can-do' attitude, resilience, and the ability to keep calm in high-pressure situations.
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Qualifications
Minimum Grade C/4 GCSE in English Language & Maths or equivalent.
If this sounds like something you are interested in and you meet the criteria, then please call Paul at Randstad on 01293 527416 or email paul.hirchfield@randstadeducation.co.uk