Job Description
Summary:
Teaching Assistant job opportunity at a school dedicated to supporting vulnerable children and young people.
About the School:
The school provides a unique, community-based environment for children and young people aged 8-18 with complex needs, focusing on inclusion and long-term personal development.
The Opportunity:
As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting students with complex needs, helping to create a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment. This is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people and to work within a supportive and committed team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the teaching team to ensure that the learning environment is appropriate, safe, and engaging.
- Assist in the delivery of learning and teaching activities as directed by the class teacher.
- Promote positive behaviour in line with school policies and local procedures.
- Support the day-to-day care and management of children and young people, including safeguarding.
- Work collaboratively with school staff and other agencies to identify and address additional support needs.
- Contribute to the planning for individual pupils through Wellbeing Action Plans.
- Undertake appropriate and agreed continuing professional development.
- Assist with other duties relevant to the role of Teaching Assistant.
Qualifications & Skills:
Required
- Experience working with children and young people, ideally with additional support needs.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
- Flexibility and adaptability to support a range of individual needs.
Preferred
- Previous experience in an education setting.
- Experience with autism spectrum disorder, learning difficulties, or emotional and behavioural difficulties.
- A full driving licence.
- Experience with wellbeing action planning and individual support strategies.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary and pension scheme.
- Comprehensive induction and ongoing training and career progression.
- Wellbeing support and access to a reward and discount scheme.