Teaching Assistant Recruitment Adverts – SEN Residential School, Shillingstone

Advert Option 1 – Warm & Nurturing Tone

Full-Time Teaching Assistants Required – ASAP Start

An inspiring SEN residential school based in the beautiful countryside near Shillingstone is seeking caring, enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistants to join our dedicated team ASAP.

Our school supports pupils aged 7–19 with autism and associated additional needs, providing a highly personalised and nurturing learning environment where every young person is encouraged to thrive.

Set within stunning grounds, our school offers a unique therapeutic environment including animal-assisted learning and therapy. Pupils benefit from regular interaction with horses and other animals as part of their educational and emotional development.

We are looking for individuals who:

• Have a genuine passion for supporting children and young people with autism
• Are patient, empathetic and resilient
• Enjoy working as part of a supportive and collaborative team
• Can help create a positive, structured and engaging learning environment
• Are keen to support pupils both academically and socially
• Experience within SEN is desirable but not essential – full training can be provided

The role includes:

• Supporting pupils in lessons and throughout the school day
• Encouraging communication, independence and emotional regulation
• Assisting with outdoor and therapeutic activities
• Helping pupils to achieve their individual learning and personal development goals

We offer:

• A rewarding and meaningful role within a specialist setting
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• A supportive and welcoming staff team
• The opportunity to work within a beautiful rural environment
• The chance to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people

Full-time positions available ASAP start. 

If you are passionate about helping young people with autism reach their full potential, we would love to hear from you.

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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.
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