Job Description

Part-Time Teaching Assistant

We are seeking a passionate and proactive Part-Time Teaching Assistant to work with children who have a range of complex needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), communication difficulties, emotional regulation challenges, and sensory needs. This is a role where you can truly make a difference.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive and dedicated team in a school that values each child's individual journey. This role is perfect for someone working in care, health and social work or childcare who is looking to transfer their skills to the classroom and support children with complex needs to thrive.

The Role

As a Part-Time Teaching Assistant, you will provide essential support to children both inside and outside the classroom. You will work closely with teachers, therapists, and other professionals, ensuring that each child's individual needs are met, enabling them to reach their full potential.

Key responsibilities will include:

Supporting students with personal care as needed. Assisting with classroom activities and individual learning tasks. Helping students manage sensory and emotional needs, including the use of sensory rooms, soft play areas, and outdoor learning spaces. Promoting independence and life skills development. Collaborating with a team of Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists, and Nurses to provide tailored support plans for each student.
This is a rewarding role where you will see the tangible progress students make in their learning and development.

The Ideal Person

We are looking for someone who is dedicated, compassionate, and proactive. You should have experience working with children, particularly those with complex needs such as ASD, communication difficulties, and emotional or sensory challenges. The ideal candidate will have:

Relevant qualifications or experience in care, health and social work, childcare, or teaching assistance. A genuine passion for working with children and helping them to develop both academically and socially. A proactive approach to supporting students and problem-solving their needs. The ability to work effectively as part of a team, including therapists and other school professionals. Excellent communication skills and a strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children.

The School

This school is committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment where students with complex needs can thrive. With a strong focus on independence, life skills, and emotional well-being, the school uses a holistic approach to education. Specialist provisions, such as sensory rooms, soft play areas, and outdoor learning spaces, are available to ensure students have the resources they need to succeed.

The team at the school works collaboratively to meet each child's needs and provide the best possible learning experience. As part of this team, you will play an integral role in helping every child achieve their individual goals.

Hours

This is a part-time role, with working hours from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday. There is flexibility to choose the working days that best suit your schedule, allowing you to create a work-life balance that works for you.

The Benefits

Competitive pay rates Opportunities for ongoing professional development and training. A supportive and close-knit team environment. The chance to make a real impact on the lives of children with complex needs. Access to a range of specialist resources and provisions, including sensory rooms and outdoor learning spaces.
If you are ready to take on a meaningful role where you can help children achieve their potential, apply today and become part of a dedicated team that truly makes a difference.

Safeguarding children is an integral part of what we do and we have a stringent safer recruitment process. We undertake checks on all the candidates we work with. As such we require a current Enhanced DBS Disclosure for everyone working in Schools. If you do not have a subscription to the DBS Update Service, you may be required to complete a new DBS application as part of the registration process. If you take a temporary role with Sense Education you will be paid on a weekly basis. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position but long term. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available.

Job Types: Part-time, Temp to perm

Pay: Up to 105.00 per day

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking Referral programme
Schedule:

Monday to Friday No weekends
Application question(s):

What interests you in working in SEND?
Work Location: In person