Are you a specialist TA ready to move beyond mainstream classrooms and into a therapeutic SEND and SEMH setting?

Do you hold a Level 2 in English/Maths and have a proven ability to manage challenging behaviours through positive, person-centered intervention?

Do you possess the proactive initiative needed to tailor learning resources in real-time for students with autism and sensory needs?

If you have the resilience to navigate complex emotional barriers and the heart to celebrate every milestone, you belong on our team.

Position: SEN Teaching Assistants

Location: Loughborough

Contract Type: Permanent full-time role, term time only

Start Date: ASAP

Qualification: Level 2/3 TA, SEN experience

Randstad Education is seeking a resilient and qualified SEN Teaching Assistant to join our innovative specialist team. If you possess a proven track record of fostering student success in therapeutic settings and are looking for a platform where your expertise is both valued and essential, we want to hear from you.

This is a full time permanent position and you will be required to support five days a week Monday - Friday inline with school hours.

You can easily apply by simply emailing me your CV now to

Responsibilities:

• Provide 1-on-1 and small group interventions for students (ages 11-16) with SEMH, ASD, and complex communication difficulties.
• Assist teachers by modifying classroom resources and activities to meet individual EHCP objectives.
• Implement proactive, positive behaviours management strategies to support student's emotional and social wellbeing.
• Oversee learning environments and provide administrative resource support under the guidance of the Class Teacher.
• Maintain a safe, nurturing environment by strictly adhering to child protection and welfare protocols.

Preferred Skills:

• Proven experience working with children or young people with SEND, specifically within SEMH or Autism spectrum contexts.
• Essential Level 2 (or equivalent) qualification in both English and Mathematics.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team of teachers and support staff.
• Familiarity with adapting curriculum delivery for learners with high anxiety or sensory needs.
• Strong verbal and written skills for reporting on student progress and coordinating with wider school team.
• Proven experience with a range of SEN (e.g., Autism, ADHD, SpLD).
• Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures and SEN strategies.
• Effective de-escalation, communication, and interpersonal abilities.

Personal Attributes:

• A calm, grounded approach when managing challenging behaviours or high-pressure situations.
• A "can-do" attitude with the initiative to anticipate student needs before they arise.
• A deep-seated advocate for inclusive excellence and the belief that every child can thrive in the right setting.
• High levels of discretion, emotional intelligence, and commitment.
• Ability to engage with, and build rapport with the students.
• Be creative, proactive and flexible in their supporting style.

Please note that this role is unable to offer any Sponsorship at this time.

All candidates will be subject to Randstad Education's child protection and UK eligibility vetting including a DBS check and providing satisfactory references. A DBS on the update service would be a distinct advantage due to the urgent nature of some of these roles.

If you have recent and relevant experience for this position and are immediately available for work then please email me your CV now to

I look forward to hearing from you soon!