Randstad Education
Higher Level SEN Teaching Assistant
Caterham, Home Counties CR3 5UF
Key information
- Pay
- £16.14 to £17.61 an hour
- Hours
- Full-time
- Contract
- Temporary
- Posted date
- 10 Sep 2026
- Closing date
- 10 Oct 2026
About this role
Are you an enthusiastic and supportive teaching assistant dedicated to helping young learners with complex needs succeed?
We are seeking a proactive and compassionate Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our supportive pastoral team. In this role, you will play a key part in fostering pupils' academic and personal development, helping them succeed in an inclusive and encouraging environment.
We operate a strict no-sponsorship policy; all applicants must have the permanent right to work in the UK.
Working hours
40 hours per week, term time only.
Your Role
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Support the Class Teacher in the day-to-day management of the classroom and lead lessons in their absence.
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Embed positive behaviour support (PBS) frameworks to reduce behaviours of concern and improve the quality of life for our students.
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Conduct behavioural observations and functional assessments to inform individual support plans.
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Provide a spectrum of educational activities tailored to students' individual EHCP requirements.
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Promote student welfare and safeguarding in accordance with school policies.
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Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team, parents, and external professionals to ensure holistic student development.
Essentials
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Higher Level Teaching Assistant Diploma (or Level 4 equivalent) and a Level 5 PBS Practitioner qualification or relevant experience.
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GCSE (or equivalent) pass at grade C/4 or above in English and Maths.
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Proven experience working with students with SEN, SLD/PMLD, ADHD, and ASD.
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Strong understanding of safeguarding principles and child protection procedures.
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Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a solution-focused approach to challenging behaviours.
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Able to provide your own vehicle or public transport.
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Eligibility to work in the UK.
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The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check.
Benefits
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Continued training and development opportunities.
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Shopping and transportation schemes including UK health cash plan.
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£1,000 refer-a-friend programme.
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24/7 employee assistance programme and network of supportive and nurturing staff.
If you are interested in this role please send your CV to brittany.tijou@randstad.co.uk or give Brittany a ring on 01293527416.