Compassionate Teaching Assistant for SEMH (11–16)

Outcomes First Group; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Your Wellbeing Matters

Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista)

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Critical illness cover

Family Growth Support

Job summary

Abbey Gardens School in Bury St Edmunds is seeking a caring Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Special Educational Needs, working with teachers to help access the curriculum and nurture wellbeing in a supportive, inclusive environment.

This permanent, term-time role is 37.5 hours per week (8.30am–4.00pm) starting January 2027. Applicants should hold GCSEs in English and Maths, have a calm, patient approach, and a UK driving licence; enhanced DBS checks apply.

Qualifications

• Holds GCSEs (Grade C/4 or above) in English and Mathematics.
• Calm, patient and caring approach, particularly during challenging moments.
• Passion for supporting young people and making learning accessible.
• Experience with secondary-aged students (desirable).
• Works well as part of a team while also showing confidence and initiative.
• Believes in the potential of every student and demonstrates resilience and commitment.
• Holds a full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Support students 1:1 and in small groups with learning, behaviour and social development
• Assist teachers in the delivery of engaging, accessible and well-structured lessons
• Help create a positive, inclusive and calm learning environment
• Support students during transitions, breaktimes and lunchtimes
• Prepare learning resources and maintain well-organised, welcoming classroom spaces
• Promote positive behaviour and act as a consistent, positive role model
• Record and report progress, incidents and achievements as required
• Uphold safeguarding, child protection and confidentiality at all times

Skills

GCSE English & Maths

Calm, patient & caring

Student support

Team player

Driving licence

Job description

Abbey Gardens School in Bury St Edmunds is seeking a caring Teaching Assistant to support pupils with Special Educational Needs, working with teachers to help access the curriculum and nurture wellbeing in a supportive, inclusive environment.

This permanent, term-time role is 37.5 hours per week (8.30am–4.00pm) starting January 2027. Applicants should hold GCSEs in English and Maths, have a calm, patient approach, and a UK driving licence; enhanced DBS checks apply.