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Thomas Deacon Education Trust; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Thomas Deacon Education Trust is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support students with additional learning and physical needs, working closely with teachers and the SENCo team to adapt learning activities and encourage independence in every lesson.

You will build strong, supportive relationships, explain tasks clearly, respond to individual needs, promote inclusion, and help maintain a positive learning environment where every student feels respected and valued.

Qualifications

• Supports students with additional learning and physical needs.
• Explains tasks clearly and adapts resources to individual needs.
• Promotes inclusion and ensures students feel respected and valued.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals and small groups during lessons.
• Adapt learning activities to diverse needs.
• Help maintain a positive learning environment and behavior management.

Skills

Relationship building

Patience

Clear communication

Adaptability

Small group support

Behaviour support

Job description

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting students with additional learning and physical needs, helping them overcome barriers and fully access their education. Working closely with teachers and the SENCo team, you will adapt learning activities, support individuals and small groups, and encourage independence, confidence and engagement in every lesson.

You will be someone who can build strong, supportive relationships with students, motivating and guiding them with patience and care. Your ability to explain tasks clearly, adapt resources and respond to individual needs will help students make meaningful progress. You will also contribute to maintaining a positive learning environment, supporting behaviour, promoting inclusion and ensuring every student feels respected and valued.