Job Description
Summary:
Teaching Assistant job with 4-day working week and full-time pay at a school in Lancashire and Manchester.
About the School:
A school dedicated to supporting students with a wide range of needs, offering therapeutic and trauma-informed education to help young people achieve academic and personal success.
The Opportunity:
Join a dynamic team as a Teaching Assistant, making a meaningful difference in the lives of students with varied and complex needs. You’ll support learning, nurture growth, and contribute to a positive and inclusive school environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide tailored support to pupils, helping them engage fully with learning
- Assist teachers in planning and delivering activities that spark curiosity and progress
- Lead small group sessions and support one-to-one interventions
- Offer emotional, social, and practical support to pupils as they navigate school life
- Contribute to creating a safe, welcoming, and positive learning environment
- Support outdoor learning, enrichment activities, and personal development initiatives
- Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and support staff to meet individual student needs
- Foster independence, confidence, and a positive attitude to learning in students
Qualifications & Skills:
Required
- Experience working with children, especially those with complex needs
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work flexibly and adapt to different learning environments
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
- Willingness to participate in training and professional development
Preferred
- Experience in a therapeutic or trauma-informed setting
- Knowledge of special educational needs and inclusive teaching practices
- Experience with outdoor learning or enrichment activities
- Background in education or a related field
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary and full-time pay for 4-day working week
- Comprehensive health and wellbeing support, including mental health services and physical health checks
- Flexible benefits platform with options for health, insurance, discounts, and family support