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

• Teaching Assistants with backgrounds in art, drama, or music are required to support SEND schools in Shropshire.
• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND, including autism, speech and language difficulties, physical disabilities, or complex learning needs.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to obtain one).

Confirmed role details

• Supporting lessons, learning activities, behaviour, assessment, or childcare routines according to the role.
• This role focuses on working with children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), using creative approaches to support engagement, learning, and d.
• Deliver creative, engaging activities tailored to individual learning needs.
• Supporting pupils with sensory processing and encourage positive participation.

Candidate fit

• It would suit someone who can bring warm, steady communication with children and families to the role.
• Contribute to a structured and supportive classroom environment, helping pupils develop key skills such as communication, independence, and social interaction.