Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant focuses on support lessons, learning activities, behaviour, assessment, or childcare routines according to the role.

What the role involves

• Support lessons, learning activities, behaviour, assessment, or childcare routines according to the role.
• Work with teachers, children, learners, families, or colleagues to keep progress and safety on track.

Skills and requirements

• Experienced working with children with SEND (school-based experience preferred).
• Relevant qualifications (CACHE, Level 2/3 Supporting Teaching & Learning etc.) are desirable but not essential if you have strong experience.
• All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

Confirmed role details

• Supporting pupils in the ARP setting, both 1:1 and in small groups.
• Help pupils access learning through tailored support and adapted resources.
• Work closely with teachers, the SENDCO and wider support staff.
• All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.

Candidate fit

• patience, clear communication, classroom awareness, and confidence supporting learners

Additional role context

• Help create a safe, structured and nurturing learning environment.
• Passionate about inclusion and helping every child thrive.
• Do you have a calm, caring approach and a real passion for supporting children with additional needs?