Classroom Assistant
Job description
About the Setting
This inclusive and highly regarded educational setting provides a supportive, nurturing environment where pupils are encouraged to develop confidence, independence, and key life skills. Staff work closely together as a team, supported by strong leadership and excellent resources, creating a positive workplace where your contribution truly matters.
The school places a strong emphasis on individual progress, wellbeing, and creating a safe space for learning.
The Students You’ll Support
You will be supporting children and young people aged 4 to 18 with a range of Special Educational Needs, including:
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Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
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Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs
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ADHD
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Moderate and Severe Learning Difficulties
Support may be one-to-one, small group, or classroom based, including opportunities to work with secondary-aged pupils.
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for a caring and committed Classroom Assistant who:
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Has a minimum of 6 months childcare experience, particularly supporting children with SEN
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Is patient, resilient, and adaptable
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Can support learning, behaviour, and emotional regulation
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Is available for full-time work with an immediate start
Why Work with Teaching Personnel
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Competitive weekly pay via PAYE
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Free SEN-focused CPD and training
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A dedicated consultant to support your career
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Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles
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Pension contributions and wellbeing support
If you’re passionate about supporting young people with SEN and ready to start a rewarding full-time role, apply today.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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