Teaching Assistant New

Salary: Competitive Hours: Full Time Contract: Permanent

A specialist SEN residential school near Shillingstone is seeking full-time Teaching Assistants to support pupils aged 7–19 with autism and associated needs.

The school is set within beautiful grounds and provides a therapeutic learning environment, including animal-assisted activities involving horses and other onsite animals.

Duties include:

• Supporting pupils during lessons and activities
• Promoting independence, communication and social development
• Assisting with emotional regulation and behaviour support
• Working closely with teachers and therapists
• Supporting outdoor and therapeutic learning opportunities

Requirements:

• A caring and positive attitude
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Patience, resilience and flexibility
• Previous SEN or care experience desirable but not essential

Benefits:

• Full training provided
• Supportive leadership and staff team
• Opportunities for career progression
• Rewarding specialist education environment
• Beautiful countryside location

Applications are welcomed from individuals with backgrounds in education, care, youth work or support work.

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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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