Bank/Casual SEN Teaching Assistant - Aurora Hedgeway
Location Pilning, South Gloucestershire, BS35 4JN
Hourly Rate £12.87 to £14.03 p/hr - dependent on experience and qualifications)
Contract Bank/Casual Contract - 8 hour shifts (8.30am-4.30pm) - Flexible days to suit you
Aurora Hedgeway is an inspiring and welcoming school for children and young people aged 7-19, supporting those with a primary or secondary diagnosis of Autism and associated social and communication needs.
We're passionate about helping every student explore their unique potential, with provision spanning from Key Stage 2 through to Post-16, ensuring consistent support throughout their educational journey.
The Role
As a Bank Teaching Assistant, you'll play a vital role in supporting students' learning, wellbeing, and personal development. Your work will help create a safe, nurturing and inspiring environment where every pupil can thrive.
This includes
Building warm, supportive and trusting relationships with pupils
Encouraging independence, engagement and positive behaviour
Assisting with high-quality, differentiated learning activities
Supporting the class teacher with daily classroom duties
Responding flexibly to the changing needs of the school
Promoting pupils' cognitive, social, emotional and physical development
Working collaboratively as part of a multi-professional team
Completing accurate records relating to behaviour, health or incidents
Please note duties may vary — flexibility is key to supporting the smooth running of the school.
Job Description SEN Teaching Assistant
What We're Looking For
Essential
GCSE Maths & English (Grade C/Level 2 or above)
Understanding of safeguarding & child protection
Experience or knowledge of supporting pupils with SEN
A child-centred, positive and creative approach
Desirable
Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching & Learning
Previous experience as a Level 2 (or equivalent) TA
At least one year's experience in a similar role
What's on Offer at Aurora?
We believe in supporting you as much as we support the children and young people in our care. Here's a snapshot of the fantastic benefits waiting for you
Grow with Us - Training & Development
Learning never stops at Aurora We offer a wide range of training programmes and career development opportunities to help you build your skills and reach your goals.
Save Money on Everyday Essentials
With the rising cost of living, our Perkbox app helps you stretch your money further
Discounts on groceries, phone plans, internet, dining out, gym memberships & more
Access to our Cycle to Work and Car Scheme
Competitive Pay & Reward
We regularly benchmark our pay and benefits to stay ahead of the curve. You'll enjoy
Enhanced Annual Leave
Company Sick Pay
Enhanced Pension
Life Assurance
24/7 GP Access - For You & Your Household
Need a doctor? No problem. Book a phone or video appointment anytime, day or night. This service covers everyone in your household.
UK Health Cash Plan
Cover everyday healthcare costs like dental and optician bills. You and your children are included in the scheme, and you can upgrade to add your partner too
Employee Assistance Programme
Your wellbeing matters. Get confidential support on a wide range of issues, including
Freephone counselling (available 24/7)
Online tools and resources
Refer a Friend - Earn £1,000
Know someone who'd be a great fit? Refer them and get rewarded (*Terms apply)
How to apply?
For candidates that haven't worked in this sector before please be aware that for regulatory reasons the application process is far more detailed and thorough compared to other sectors.
Please complete the online application form in full, including all employment and education details, and provide a personal statement that makes us keen to speak to you.
If you need any assistance or would like any more information, please contact Adele in the Aurora Group Recruitment Team at
Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks including an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check.
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Aurora Group is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.
The Aurora Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young adults in our care and is a disability confident and equal opportunities employer.
This advert could be taken down at any point in time without prior notice if the position is filled.
Please note that candidates that are shortlisted might be subject to an online search.