Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant focuses on supporting pupils both individually and within small groups, helping them manage emotions, engage positively with activities.

What the role involves

• Supporting pupils both individually and within small groups, helping them manage emotions, engage positively with activities.
• Staff work closely together to provide a structured, nurturing and engaging environment where children can feel secure.

Skills and requirements

• This opportunity would suit someone patient, resilient and passionate about helping children overcome barriers to education.
• Previous experience supporting SEN or SEMH pupils is highly desirable, although transferable childcare, mentoring or youth work experience will also be considered.
• Strong communication skills, emotional resilience and the ability to build positive professional relationships are essential for this rewarding role.
• Enhanced DBS and reference checks are required for all successful applicants.

Confirmed role details

• Through Teaching Personnel include competitive weekly pay, pension contributions, free safeguarding and CPD training, dedicated consultant support and access to long-term specialis.
• This permanent position is ideal for someone seeking a fulfilling role within a child-centred specialist setting where every positive interaction can transform a pupil’s future.
• All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.
• In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Candidate fit

• Patience, clear communication, classroom awareness, and confidence supporting learners.

Additional role context

• This rewarding setting supports pupils aged 6 to 11 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs.