Empathetic SEND Teaching Assistant Flexible Hours

GLF Schools; Epsom; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working options

Generous holiday allowance

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Rosebery School in Epsom is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join the SEND team. You will support students’ learning and emotional development, maintain well-organised learning environments, and assist with visits, breaks, and supervision.

The role requires a passion for working with young people and a collaborative approach. The role sits within GLF Schools, offering opportunities for growth within a Trust of 43 academies and a strong focus on professional development and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with young people, ideally with those with SEN.
• Empathetic communicator able to develop positive relationships with students and adults.
• Ability to scaffold students’ learning.
• Commitment to the process of learning.
• A positive role model who can stay calm and objective.
• A team player who genuinely believes every child can succeed.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality and timely support to students in learning and development.
• Support independent learning, social and emotional wellbeing, and metacognitive skills.
• Maintain a presence in lessons and SEND areas with resources to access learning independently.
• Assist with student educational visits, break and lunchtime supervision.
• Deliver therapy and/or care programmes designed by external agencies.

Skills

Experience with young people

Empathetic communicator

Scaffold learning

Positive role model

Team player

Commitment to learning

Job description

Rosebery School in Epsom is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join the SEND team. You will support students’ learning and emotional development, maintain well-organised learning environments, and assist with visits, breaks, and supervision.

The role requires a passion for working with young people and a collaborative approach. The role sits within GLF Schools, offering opportunities for growth within a Trust of 43 academies and a strong focus on professional development and wellbeing.