Teaching Assistant – Supporting Young People with SEND £89 per day | 8:30am – 3:30pm | Term Time Only Are you someone who finds purpose in supporting young people to thrive in education? Do you have the patience, empathy and drive to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students with special educational needs and disabilities?We’re working with a number of inclusive and supportive schools seeking Teaching Assistants who are confident, compassionate and ready to help students achieve their full potential – both in and beyond the classroom.About the Role: As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll work closely with students who may have a range of needs, including autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, or social, emotional and mental health challenges. You’ll support learning, encourage independence and help create a positive and structured learning environment throughout the school day.What You’ll Need:
- A calm, patient and consistent approach
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to build positive relationships with young people and staff
- A proactive attitude and willingness to learn
- Experience supporting children or young people (in school, care, youth work or similar)
- Understanding of, or interest in, SEND and inclusive education
What we also love to see:
- Experience with specific needs such as autism, SEMH, or non-verbal communication wherever the experience is from
- Experience with young people such as youth groups, volunteering, care, clubs
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who genuinely cares about making education accessible and rewarding for every learner. Whether you’re an experienced TA or looking to build a career in education, we’d love to hear from you.Important Notice To apply for this position, you must have the right to work in the UK or hold a valid work visa. At Pink Tile Education, safeguarding, quality and integrity are at the heart of what we do. We’re committed to protecting the welfare of children and young people, and all applicants must:
- Provide references for pre-employment checks;
- Hold a Childrens (or Childrens and Adults) Workforce Enhanced DBS on the update service, or be willing to obtain one.
Pay is inclusive of 12.07% PAYE holiday pay. We aim to respond to all applications within three working days. If you haven’t heard from us, please check your emails and missed calls. Unfortunately, due to volume, we may not be able to respond individually if your application is unsuccessful….