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Talbot House Children's Charity have introduced a new job role, and we are now looking to recruit Support Assistants (SAs), to work in our growing school, across KS1 & KS2 (known internally as our Blue Zone).
The suitable applicants will ideally have experience of working with SEN pupils/children with complex needs, including SEMH, ASD, ADHD, Trauma and attachment, some of pupils may have multiple needs.
We are a non-maintained specialist school with pupils ranging from Reception to Key Stage 4. Class sizes are rarely bigger than 6 pupils.
If you believe you have what it takes to become part of our fantastic team please apply.
Starting date is as soon as possible, pending your notice period.
Hours of work are: term time, Monday to Thursday, 8:30am to 3:15pm, and 8:30am to 2:45pm on a Friday. A total of 33.25 hour per week, including paid lunch periods.
Salary: £21,577.92 per annum (working during term time only, paid 52 week of the year, not subject to a pro-rata calculation).
Working at the Charity you will:
* receive death in service benefit, equal to 4 x basic salary, plus many other benefits such as employer assist program (EAP), GP and physio access and more.
* be offered access to an independent financial advisor.
* have the option of joining the Charity's competitive pension scheme, matching contributions up to 6.75%.
* attend staff events.
* work with a passionate team.
* work in a bright and modern environment, with ample parking and grounds.
* be provided with free meals while at work.
* be provided with items of uniform.
* be added to the DBS update service, paid for by the Charity.
* have opportunities to undertake training and gain further qualifications relevant to the role.
To apply please fully complete our application form, using the personal specification to help you complete the 'Personal Statement' section of the form. Applicants who read our Tips for Applicants document before completing this section of our application form are more likely to be offered an interview. You will find our Tips for Applicants document and Application Form attached above. Please send your completed application form to:
Closing Date: Midnight, Sunday, 12 October 2025
Shortlisting: w/c Monday, 13 October 2025
1st Interview Date: w/c Monday, 13 or 20 October 2025
If you have any queries regarding this position or the application process, please contact HR on or email the HR Department at:
Note: The Charity is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. Please see the Job Description and Personal Specification for full details.
We can only accept a Charity Application Form for this role. We are not able to accept CVs for any role. If you submit a CV it will not be reviewed. Please view our Safer Recruitment Policy. Applicants should be aware that any relevant issues arising from their declarations and references will be addressed at interview.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: £21,577.92 per year
Benefits:
* Company events
* Company pension
* Discounted or free food
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Language:
* English (preferred)
Work Location: In person