We are recruiting for a specialist primary school supporting pupils aged 6–11 on the autism spectrum. You will help create a safe, nurturing environment where each child can thrive.

Joining a collaborative multi-disciplinary team based in Crawley, you will support a teacher in lesson delivery and help provide a broad, creative curriculum. This role is ideal for a dedicated educator eager to make a real difference for neurodivergent pupils and their families within a school that prioritises staff wellbeing and development.

We operate a strict no-sponsorship policy; all applicants must have the permanent right to work in the UK.

Working Hours: Mon/Wed/Thu 8:15AM – 4:45PM, Tue 8:15AM – 5PM, Friday 8:15AM – 4PM.

Key Duties

• Establish warm, caring, and supportive relationships with pupils to ensure they feel safe, secure, and ready to learn.
• Encourage personal development and independence in daily tasks and social interactions.
• Assist the Class Teacher with the day-to-day running of the classroom and adapt to the evolving needs of the school.
• Support the cognitive, social, emotional, behavioural, and physical development of each pupil.
• Adapt to various tasks to ensure smooth school operations. Full training will be provided for occasions where physical intervention may be required.

Must Haves

• Minimum GCSE Grade 4 (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
• A Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable but not essential.
• Prior experience working within a special educational needs (SEN) or special school environment.
• Able to provide your own vehicle preferred due to the site’s semi-rural location.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding principles and child protection procedures.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check.

Benefits

• Term time working only. 
• £1000 welcome bonus subject to employer’s stipulations.
• Continued training and development opportunities, including Teach Teach training. 
• Shopping and transportation schemes including UK health cash plan. 
• £1,000 refer-a-friend programme. 
• 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.