Teaching Assistant : Make a Real Difference in Young Lives
Are you a caring and compassionate individual looking for a truly rewarding role? Were a leading, inclusive, and innovative special school in Wiltshire, dedicated to supporting pupils aged 4:19 with diverse special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Were seeking enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to join our vibrant team, specifically working with our youngest pupils in EYFS, KS1, and KS2 at our Trowbridge Campus.
Why Join Our Team?
When you become a part of our school, youll discover a truly welcoming and supportive work environment. We believe in family:friendly hours and are committed to your professional growth within the SEND sector. Most importantly, youll experience the incredible reward of making a tangible difference in young peoples lives every single day.
Your Role and Responsibilities
As a Teaching Assistant, youll play a crucial role in:
Supporting pupils with diverse SEND needs across various settings, including enriching experiences like Forest School and hydrotherapy .
Creating engaging and inclusive learning environments where every child can thrive.
Promoting social and emotional development, helping pupils build confidence and essential life skills.
Collaborating closely with teachers, therapists, and specialist staff to ensure holistic support.
Contributing to a positive and supportive learning atmosphere that encourages growth and well:being.
Assisting children in core subjects like maths and English.
Differentiating work to meet individual learning styles and needs.
Using your knowledge of pupils learning needs to suggest appropriate adjustments to lesson plans.
Clarifying and explaining instructions in an accessible way.
Motivating pupils and celebrating their achievements.
Meeting physical needs while actively promoting independence.
Listening attentively to pupils problems and offering support.
Assisting in areas of difficulty and building pupils self:esteem.
What Were Looking For
We value a calm, patient, and positive approach above all else. A genuine passion for supporting childrens learning and wellbeing is essential, alongside an excellent team spirit and strong communication skills. While experience working with children or SEND is preferred, its not essential : we provide full support and training to help you succeed
Ready to Make a Difference?
If youre passionate about transforming the lives of young people with SEND, we warmly encourage you. Join our dedicated team and experience the profound rewards of working in a truly supportive and fulfilling environment.