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Join Our Team: Make a Real Difference as a Teaching Assistant. We are a welcoming and ambitious primary school committed to providing an outstanding education for children with Moderate Learning Difficulties, communication and interaction needs, and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs. As part of a larger trust, we offer an innovative curriculum tailored to the unique needs of each student. As a Teaching Assistant, you won't just be supporting a teacher-you'll be a key part of our students' success stories. We're looking for someone who is patient, adaptable, and has a deep passion for working with children with complex needs. If you have a minimum of one year of experience in a related role and are eager to join a team that is dedicated to providing excellent education for all children, we want to hear from you.
Job Responsibility
Planning and delivering engaging learning activities for individuals, small groups, and even whole classes
Monitoring and celebrating pupils' progress, and providing valuable feedback to teachers
Implementing effective, trauma-informed strategies to support our students and increase their achievement
Helping create a positive and nurturing classroom environment where every child feels safe and understood
Requirements
minimum of one year of experience in a related role
patience
adaptability
deep passion for working with children with complex needs
skilled in consistent and calm behaviour regulation
experience with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
ability to track progression in attainment
background in youth work
behaviour management
building relationships
classroom management
communication
de-escalation techniques
empathy
experience in administering medication
experience in managing challenging behaviour
experience with autism spectrum disorders
experience with learning difficulties
experience with social emotional mental health
inclusiveness
manual handling
marking
mentor experience
personal care experience
planning
resilience
restraint training
speech and language therapy experience
Nice to have
CACHE level 1 or 2
CACHE level 2 or 3
early childhood studies degree
health and social care experience
health and social care qualifications (NVQ)
HLTA
NVQ level 2
NVQ level 3
NVQ level 4
What we offer
PAYE
Referral Bonus
comprehensive training and mentorship
excellent opportunities for professional development and career growth