Specialist Teaching Assistant

The Role

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Specialist Teaching Assistant to support children and young people aged 3–18 with a range of Special Educational Needs. This is a full-time position with an immediate start, working 8.45am to 3.30pm, Monday to Friday. You will be joining a highly respected specialist education setting set within spacious, peaceful grounds. The school is widely recognised for:

• A child-centred and inclusive ethos

• A strong focus on communication, independence and wellbeing

• Excellent facilities designed to support individual learning needs

• A welcoming, experienced team committed to helping every pupil thrive

Pupils have a variety of Special Educational Needs, including: Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Severe and complex learning difficulties, Communication and sensory processing needs and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support

• Assist pupils with learning, personal development and daily routines

• Support positive behaviour and emotional regulation

• Work closely with teachers, therapists and support staff

Requirements

• Minimum 6 months childcare experience, especially supporting children with SEN needs

• Experience within specialist or SEN settings is highly desirable

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle due to the school’s location

• A patient, resilient and caring approach

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Competitive pay, paid weekly - £13.75 per hour

• A dedicated consultant who understands SEN roles

• Opportunities for long-term and permanent placements

• Support from a trusted UK-leading education recruitment agency

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.
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