Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant 
Salary: £22,996 – £25,068 (actual annual salary, dependent on experience and qualifications)
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent (Term Time Only)
Hours: 8:00am – 4:30pm
Additional Information: £1,000 welcome bonus*

About Us

Our specialist setting supports young people aged 11–16 with a range of needs, including Autism and associated conditions. We are committed to providing high-quality teaching, personalised support, and integrated therapeutic approaches to help every student achieve their full potential.

We pride ourselves on creating a safe, nurturing and engaging environment, where young people are encouraged to grow in confidence, develop independence, and experience success both academically and socially.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to support our students in their learning and development.

This is a highly rewarding role where you will make a meaningful difference every day, supporting young people in both academic and vocational settings, and helping them to build the skills they need for life.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting teaching and learning, working closely with staff to create a positive and inclusive environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting teaching staff to deliver learning and provide additional explanation where needed
• Promoting safeguarding and the welfare of students at all times
• Supporting students to meet and exceed their Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) targets
• Encouraging positive behaviour and adapting approaches to meet individual needs
• Accurately recording incidents, accidents, and health & safety information
• Supporting participation in group activities, including vocational and life skills sessions
• Encouraging positive social interaction and relationship-building

About You

While previous experience is not essential, a genuine passion for supporting young people is key.

Successful candidates are likely to demonstrate:

• The ability to manage a range of behaviours, including those that may be challenging
• A child-centred approach, treating each young person as an individual
• Creativity and positivity in supporting learning and development
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Good numeracy, literacy and ICT skills
• The ability to meet the physical demands of the role

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to join a supportive and dedicated team in a rewarding environment where your contribution truly matters. You’ll help shape positive outcomes for young people and be part of a setting that values care, respect and individual progress.

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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