Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with complex Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)?
We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistants to join a small, specialist school supporting pupils aged 8–18 with complex learning needs, autism and social, emotional and mental health needs. The setting provides a highly personalised education for a small number of pupils whose needs cannot be met within mainstream environments.
This is a unique opportunity to work within a close-knit, therapeutic and trauma-informed environment, where staff are supported to build meaningful relationships and make a genuine difference in young people’s lives.
About the School
The specialist provision offers a nurturing, highly personalised learning environment where every pupil is supported as an individual. With small class sizes and a strong multidisciplinary approach, staff work closely with education professionals, therapists, families and local authorities to ensure pupils receive the support they need to thrive.
Their approach focuses on:
Trauma-informed and attachment-aware practice
Developing communication, independence and life skills
Supporting pupils with complex learning needs, autism and SEMH
The Role
As a Teaching Assistant, you will work alongside teachers and specialists to support pupils both in the classroom and through personalised interventions.
Your responsibilities may include:
Supporting pupils with complex SEND and behavioural needs
Helping deliver individualised learning programmes
Promoting positive behaviour, emotional regulation and engagement
Supporting communication and social interaction
Who We’re Looking For
We welcome applications from individuals with experience supporting children or adults with additional needs, including backgrounds in:
SEND education or special schools
Care or residential support work
Youth work or mentoring
Psychology or education graduates
Behaviour support roles
Therapeutic or pastoral support
The ideal candidate will be:
Patient, empathetic and resilient
Passionate about inclusive education
Confident supporting pupils with complex needs
In Return, You Can Expect:
A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to support you
Guaranteed Payment Scheme (T&Cs apply)
Access to CPD Courses and accredited certificates through our My‑Progression channel
Market‑leading rates of pay
TeacherActive Referral Scheme – earn up to £100 when you refer a friend (T&Cs apply)
All our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, ensuring you’re paying the correct Tax and National Insurance, with no admin fees or hidden deductions taken from your earnings.
Apply Today!
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All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.
Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.
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