Job Description

Are you a patient, compassionate, and committed individual looking to make a real difference in the lives of children with complex needs?

An inclusive specialist setting in the Peterborough area is seeking a Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated team from September. This role is ideal for someone who believes in nurturing each child's potential through a therapeutic, personalised approach to learning.

About the Setting:

This warm and welcoming environment supports children with a range of needs, including developmental delays, learning difficulties, communication challenges, and sensory processing differences. The provision offers a fully adapted learning environment with sensory-friendly classrooms, therapeutic outdoor spaces, and access to cutting-edge assistive technology.

Your Role Will Involve:

Supporting the delivery of tailored Individualised Education Plans (IEPs) for students with diverse additional needs Collaborating closely with teachers, speech and occupational therapists to promote each child's communication, independence and daily living skills Creating a safe, positive, and adaptable environment where children feel secure, valued and ready to learn Helping to embed a curriculum focused on practical, hands-on learning, emotional development and personal growth Using your relationship-building skills to support emotional regulation and positive behaviour

We're Looking For:

Experience working in a SEND, residential or alternative provision setting (or strong transferable experience) A nurturing, consistent and proactive attitude to supporting students with varied and sometimes complex needs An understanding of communication methods such as PECS, Makaton or AAC is beneficial (training can be provided) Confidence to work with students on a 1:1 basis and in small, structured groups A commitment to building trust and long-term progress, not just short-term results

In Return, You'll Receive:

CPD support in specialist SEN approaches Ongoing support from a compassionate, multi-disciplinary team A deeply rewarding, people-focused role where every day brings impact The chance to be part of an innovative and evolving educational setting where students are truly at the centre
If you're ready to be part of a school where education is restorative, relational and real - apply now and take the first step in helping young people build brighter, more independent futures.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 95.00-110.00 per day

Benefits:

Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 31/08/2025
Expected start date: 01/09/2025