Bracken Hill

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; Kirkby-in-Ashfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Bracken Hill School in Kirkby-in-Ashfield is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Special Educational Needs, helping them access learning and build confidence in a safe, inclusive environment.

You will work closely with teachers to deliver differentiated activities, support EHCP targets, and promote positive behaviour while safeguarding pupils. An Enhanced DBS is required or willing to obtain one. This is a full-time term-time role.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with Special Educational Needs.
• Patient, caring and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Support students one-to-one and in small groups inside and outside the classroom.
• Assist teachers with engaging differentiated learning activities.
• Help pupils achieve EHCP targets and promote positive behaviour.
• Build relationships with pupils, families and colleagues and follow safeguarding procedures.
• Collaborate with staff and external professionals to secure best outcomes.

Skills

SEN support

Communication skills

Patience & empathy

Job description

Teaching Assistant (SEN)

Bracken Hill School, Kirkby-in-Ashfield (NG17 7HZ)

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Contract: Full-time / Term Time Only

Start Date: As soon as possible

Bracken Hill School is a specialist school committed to providing a nurturing, inclusive, and supportive learning environment for children and young people with Special Educational Needs. We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our team and help our pupils achieve their full potential both academically and personally.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and other professionals to support students with a range of additional learning, communication, and behavioural needs. You will play a vital role in helping pupils access learning, develop independence, and build confidence in a safe and positive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support students on a one-to-one basis and in small groups, both inside and outside the classroom.
• Assist teachers in delivering engaging and differentiated learning activities.
• Help pupils achieve their individual learning and EHCP targets.
• Promote positive behaviour and support students' social, emotional, and personal development.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, parents, carers, and colleagues.
• Support students with varying communication, sensory, and learning needs.
• Contribute to creating a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, support staff, and external professionals to ensure the best outcomes for pupils.
• Follow safeguarding procedures and promote the welfare of all children and young people.

The Successful Candidate Will Have

• Experience working with children or young people with Special Educational Needs.
• A patient, caring, and resilient approach.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to remain calm and positive when supporting pupils with challenging behaviours.
• A commitment to inclusion and supporting every child to succeed.
• An Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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