Bank Staff Teaching Assistant
Location: Stratford-upon-Avon
Pay Rate: £14.40 per hour
Hours: Flexible ad hoc hours available (typically 9:00am–3:30pm or half days 9:00am–12:30pm / 12:00pm–3:30pm)
Smart Education is currently recruiting for Bank Staff Teaching Assistants to join a welcoming and supportive special school in Stratford-upon-Avon. The school caters for children and young people aged 3–19 with a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a nurturing and inclusive environment, supporting students to build confidence, develop life skills and achieve their full potential.
Benefits of working as a Bank Teaching Assistant:
Competitive hourly rate of £14.40
Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle
Supportive, friendly and inclusive school community
Opportunities for professional development and SEND training
Potential to progress into permanent roles
Job Requirements:
Level 2 or 3 qualification in Teaching and Learning (or equivalent)
Minimum of 6 months’ experience working in a UK school
Experience supporting children or young people with SEND
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Positive, patient and adaptable approach
Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)
Role Responsibilities:
Support pupils in their learning and daily routines
Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff
Help create a positive and engaging classroom environment
Assist with personal care and sensory or physical needs when required
Encourage independence, resilience and confidence in every child
About Smart Education:
Smart Education is a specialist Education and Early Years agency, recruiting for both permanent and temporary roles including Teachers, Teaching Assistants, SEND professionals, Nursery Nurses and Tutors.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children