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

• Previous experience supporting children with SEND in a school or care setting is essential.
• A patient, nurturing, and empathetic approach.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and independently when required.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children (an enhanced DBS on the update service, or willingness to obtain one through Connex Education, is required).

Confirmed role details

• Full Time – Momday to Friday during term time.
• £93 to £ dependent on experience.

Candidate fit

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

Additional role context

• As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will play a key part in supporting children with a variety of additional needs, ensuring they can access learning and reach their full potential.
• Provide both one-to-one and small group support, tailoring your approach to meet the individual needs of each pupil(non-verbal, ASD and PMLD).
• A big part of the role will also be encouraging independence and developing social skills, helping pupils to thrive both inside and outside the classroom.