Job Description

About Us:

Ysgol y Rhos is a small, specialist independent school supporting pupils aged 8-16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and additional learning needs. We work to the Curriculum for Wales within an integrated model of education, care and therapy, offering pupils a fresh start every day. Our approach is relationship?based, trauma?informed and highly personalised, with small class sizes and a strong emphasis on wellbeing, behaviour regulation, and re?engagement with learning.

Job Purpose:

We are seeking a compassionate, resilient and proactive Teaching Assistant who can:

Provide in?class support across the curriculum. Deliver 1:1 and small?group intervention sessions (academic, emotional or behavioural). Support pupils during outdoor education and off?site learning.
The successful candidate will play a key role in helping pupils regulate behaviour, build trusting relationships and develop the skills they need to succeed both in and beyond the classroom.

Key Responsibilities:

Classroom & Learning Support

Support teachers in delivering engaging, differentiated lessons aligned with the Curriculum for Wales. Provide targeted 1:1 and small?group interventions to support literacy, numeracy, emotional regulation or personalised targets. Adapt learning activities to meet individual needs as set out in PLPs, IDPs or EHCPs Promote positive engagement, independence and resilience in learning.

Behaviour & Pastoral Support

Implement agreed behaviour support strategies consistently and calmly. Support pupils to manage emotions, de?escalate conflict and reflect on behaviour. Build positive, trusting relationships that support pupils' self?esteem and sense of belonging. Act as a positive role model, maintaining clear boundaries at all times.

Outdoor Education & Enrichment

Support pupils during outdoor education sessions, enrichment activities and educational visits. Contribute to practical, hands?on learning experiences that build confidence, teamwork and resilience. Carry out duties safely in line with risk assessments and safeguarding procedures.

Teamwork & Professional Responsibilities

Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and care staff as part of a multidisciplinary team. Contribute to monitoring, recording and reporting pupil progress and behaviour. Attend staff meetings, training and CPD, including behaviour management and safeguarding. Support breaktimes, lunchtimes and transitions as required. Undertake any reasonable duties as directed by the Headteacher.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit a CV and supporting statement outlining their qualifications and experience to Sharonk@we-are-unique.care

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 18,358.00-18,649.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person