Job Description

Are you a dedicated and adaptable educator looking for a rewarding role within a highly supportive specialist setting? Do you have the flexibility to work across different locations to ensure children with complex needs receive outstanding support? Are you seeking a full-time position starting this upcoming academic year on a flexible, long-term supply basis?

If so, Randstad Education wants to hear from you. We are currently recruiting a proactive, versatile SEND Teaching Assistant for a position starting in September 2026. This full-time role operates on a long-term, ad-hoc supply basis across three specialist school sites in the Castleford and Wakefield areas.

• Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (Term-time only)

• Start Date: September 2026

• Contract: Long-term / Ad-hoc supply basis

• Locations: Shared across specialist sites in Castleford and Wakefield

They are a highly regarded specialist educational provider dedicated to providing a supportive, stimulating, and safe environment for pupils with wide-ranging Special Educational Needs (SEN). Operating across multiple sites in the region, they cater to a diverse community of learners with complex cognitive, physical, and communication difficulties. They focus heavily on individualised progress, independence, and well-being. The team across all campuses is collaborative, welcoming, and entirely committed to helping every student thrive.

• A highly adaptable mindset and the willingness to work comfortably across different school sites depending on daily or weekly requirements.

• Proven experience supporting children or young people with complex needs, such as autism, physical disabilities, or severe learning difficulties.

• Strong interpersonal abilities to effectively interact with non-verbal or communication-impaired pupils.

• A calm, encouraging, and professional approach when supporting students who face barriers to learning or display challenging behaviours.

• Providing tailored 1:1 and small group support to pupils to ensure they can fully access the curriculum and specialised learning resources.

• Assisting class teachers across the Castleford and Wakefield sites in managing classroom dynamics and maintaining a positive learning environment.

• Supporting students with their personal care, mobility, and sensory regulation needs throughout the school day.

• Monitoring and recording student progress, boosting their self-esteem, and strictly adhering to all safeguarding protocols.

• Right to Work: Full eligibility to work in the UK (visa sponsorship is not available for this role).

• DBS: An enhanced DBS check on the update service, or a willingness to undergo a new check via Randstad.

• Experience: Previous experience working with children or young adults within a UK educational or care setting.

• Transport: The ability to reliably travel to the designated sites in Castleford and Wakefield as required by the school's needs.

When you partner with Randstad Education, you are supported by a global recruitment leader with a deeply personal, local approach. Benefits include:

• Earn £300 in Love2shop vouchers for every person you successfully refer to us (T&Cs apply).

• Free access to professional development courses, including Team Teach training.

• Guidance from a specialist SEND consultant to manage your placement and support your career goals.

If you have the flexibility and passion required to support exceptional young learners across these fantastic specialist sites, please apply directly or get in touch with the SEN team for further details:

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