Teaching Assistant

We believe every child deserves a safe, supportive, and inspiring environment to learn and grow. Our school is a place where kindness, patience, and understanding are at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for someone who shares our values and can help make a real difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs (SEN).

The Role:
We are looking for a caring, calm, and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our team. You will support children who may need extra help to engage with learning, manage their emotions, and develop confidence and independence. This role may include:

• Providing gentle, consistent support to children with SEN, one-to-one or in small groups.
• Assisting with personal care when required, always with dignity and respect.
• Supporting pupils who may display challenging behaviour, using patience, empathy, and positive strategies.
• Helping implement individual learning plans and supporting their progress.
• Celebrating achievements and encouraging children to feel proud of their successes.

What We’re Looking For:
We’re looking for someone who:

• Has a naturally calm, nurturing, and patient approach.
• Enjoys working closely with children and helping them thrive.
• Is confident supporting children with challenging behaviour in a positive, consistent way.
• Can provide personal care respectfully and professionally.
• Is a team player with strong communication skills.
• Has full time availability, working Monday - Friday, term time only. 

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Join a warm, supportive, and inclusive team.
• Make a meaningful impact on children’s lives every day.
• Enjoy opportunities for training, professional growth, and development.
• Be valued for the unique skills and empathy you bring to the role.

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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