Are you a hardworking and dedicated individual looking to enter the education sector?

Are you eager to make a difference working with and supporting individuals with additional needs?

New Road Education are currently working with a Specialist SEN setting that provides both day and residential care for young people with Special Educational Needs including Autism and Social Emotional Mental Health needs.

The school are dedicated to empowering young people to prepare for adulthood through tailored academic and vocational programs designed to foster independence, employment, or further education. There holistic approach focuses on building resilience, confidence, self-esteem, emotional intelligence, and well-being, which are the foundations for successful, long-term futures.

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in creating a supportive, safe, and nurturing learning environment where students can thrive and achieve their full potential. You will develop trusted and professional relationships with students, prioritizing their health, safety, and overall development. Working closely with teaching staff, you will help deliver a comprehensive and balanced curriculum both in the classroom and in the community.

Your responsibilities may include providing one-on-one support or working with small groups, depending on the students’ needs. A flexible approach and positive behaviour management strategies are essential for success in this role.

Position : SEN Teaching Assistant

Contract: Permanent, 40 hours per week, term time only.

Hourly Rate :£12.37 - £13.49 per hour

Annual Salary: £22,102.72 - £24,103.93 (Actual) dependant on experience and qualifications -Plus £1000 Welcome bonus*

Key Responsibilities

• Support and facilitate students’ learning and promote their independence.
• Assist in planning, preparing, delivering, and evaluating educational programs and progress reports.
• Record, assess, and report on students’ development and achievements.
• Encourage and foster independence in all aspects of learning and daily life.
• Maintain accurate and timely records.
• Adhere to safeguarding and health and safety procedures at all times.
• Promote positive social interactions and help students develop self-regulation skills.

This role is essential to the support and development of young people being successful and achieving their best results in a safe and caring learning environment. Role holders will build a professional & trusted relationship with young people which put their health, safety and overall development first. This role will include supporting our teaching staff to deliver on a daily basis a broad and balanced curriculum for our young people both on and off site. Flexibility is key in this role and may include working 1:1 with a student when required, or supporting in class working with small groups when necessary. Positive behaviour management is also an important part of the role.

Successful qualities:

• Full UK driving licence and access to your own car. Parking is available on site for staff.
• Level 2 or equivalent in Maths and English.
• Be positive and creative in meeting young person’s needs.
• Be able to work on your own as well as part of a team.
• Good numeracy and literacy skills.
• Competent ICT skills.

Why apply?

• Full training with the opportunity to gain qualifications (funded by the school!) and CPD pathway for progressing
• The little perks of appreciation, chocolates, food, tea & coffee pods, Christmas hampers etc.
• Free homemade lunches with a range of options
• Well-being checks with our Mental first aiders & Well being Champions
• Full management support
• Life assurance
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Perkbox - offering high street discounts
• Employee assistance programme
• Car lease scheme
• Fully funded training and qualifications
• Bike to work scheme
• Free membership to our Health cash back plan - Claim back money on services such as dental, optical, physio and many more.

What makes this role unique?

Working with students with special needs is incredibly rewarding. You will have the chance to make a meaningful impact on their lives, helping them grow both academically and personally. The role also offers opportunities to work in a dynamic environment, supporting a range of activities and learning experiences on and off-site.

If you are patient, adaptable, and passionate about helping young people succeed, this is an ideal opportunity to join a team committed to shaping bright futures.

New Road Education - Your journey starts here!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fixed term contract

Pay: £22,102.72-£24,103.93 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor’s (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 21/04/2025
Reference ID: NREBA
Expected start date: 22/04/2025