HIGHER LEVEL TEACHING ASSISTANT (PR-1538968:SOU:A) Cranleigh, England

Salary: GBP25632 - GBP32763 per annum + PAYE, Referral Bonus

Ready to take your teaching assistant career beyond four standard walls?

 

Set across a stunning, expansive campus in Cranleigh, our school offers a truly unique learning environment complete with on-site stables, a swimming pool, and dedicated forest schooling facilities.

 

We are seeking a passionate, adaptable professional to help deliver exceptional, tailored education for pupils with diverse learning needs.

 

Please note: We operate a strict no-sponsorship policy. Applicants must hold the permanent right to work in the UK.

 

Salary: £25,632 – £32,763 per annum (pro-rata, based on 36 hours per week)

Working Hours: Mon 08:30–16:00 | Tue–Thu 08:30–16:15 | Fri 08:30–15:45

What You'll Be Doing

  • Leading & Covering: Step up to lead dynamic small-group sessions, work 1-to-1 with individual pupils, and provide short-term cover for class teachers when required.
  • Planning & Resource Design: Work collaboratively with teaching staff to shape engaging lessons and tailored educational materials.
  • Supporting Growth & Wellbeing: Encourage independence, boost pupil confidence, and apply positive behaviour management techniques across the school.
  • Tracking & Communication: Monitor pupil progress, maintain accurate records, and build positive relationships with parents and carers.
  • Pastoral & Campus Safety: Provide dedicated pastoral care, assist with break/lunchtime supervision, escort offsite visits, and ensure safe movement around our broad campus grounds.
  • Multidisciplinary Teamwork: Work closely with occupational and speech therapists, while mentoring trainees and new colleagues.

What We Look For

Essential Criteria

  • Qualified HLTA status (or an unqualified practitioner fully committed to completing the qualification).
  • Ability to break down and adapt learning materials for a wide range of academic abilities.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent time management, and a keen eye for detail.
  • Outstanding interpersonal skills, with the flexibility to thrive independently or as part of a close-knit team.
  • An empathetic, energetic approach to supporting children with additional needs.
  • Access to personal transport (essential due to our semi-rural location).
  • Full eligibility to work in the UK and willingness to undergo an Enhanced DBS check.

Desirable Criteria

  • Prior experience supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or working within a Special Educational Needs (SEN) environment.
  • Existing Team Teach certification (or a commitment to complete the training prior to your start date).

What We Offer

  • Competitive Financial Perks: £1,000 welcome retention bonus, life insurance cover, and a comprehensive healthcare cash plan.
  • Work-Life Balance: Term-time working plus 5 INSET days, giving you predictable, school-calendar hours.
  • Professional Development: Ongoing 1-to-1 mentoring, structured career pathways, and fully funded training (including Team Teach).
  • Health & Wellbeing: Access to a 24/7 employee assistance programme, confidential counselling, Mental Health First Aiders, occupational health support, and discounted gym/fitness sessions.
  • On-Site Perks: Complimentary daily lunches during term time and ample free on-site parking.
  • Term-time only + 5 INSET days

How to Apply

Ready to make a meaningful difference to our pupils' lives?

 

For an informal chat or more details about the role, please get in touch with Brittany Tijou at brittany.tijou@randstad.co.uk or call 01293527416 and ask for Brittany.