Lead Teaching Assistant

Cambian Group; Bletchley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of behavioral health services in the UK seeks a Lead Teaching Assistant in Bletchley. In this role, you will work closely with teachers to provide tailored educational experiences for young people with autism and other complex needs. The position demands strong communication skills, flexibility, and a dedication to improving the lives of students. Join a committed team that values mentoring and professional growth, making a positive impact in this specialized educational setting.

Benefits

Dedicated team of professionals

Guidance and mentoring

Equal Opportunities Employer

Qualifications

• Passion for working with young people and improving their quality of life.
• Experience and knowledge of learning disabilities and special needs.
• Ability to lead and be led within a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in planning and preparing class activities.
• Provide learning activities both on and off site.
• Assess and support students' progress in formal learning and self-help skills.

Skills

Working with young people

Good communication skills

Organisational skills

Calm under pressure

Job description

Overview

Bletchley Park School is a 38‑week specialist school providing quality therapeutic care and education for young people with Autism, challenging behaviour, communication difficulties and complex needs. The children and young people that attend range between 7‑19 years.

The Cambian Group is one of the largest providers of specialist behavioural health services for children in the UK and we are looking for Lead Teaching Assistants to join our team.

Hours & Schedule

This role consists of 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 08:30‑16:30, term time only.

Responsibilities

• Working alongside the teacher in planning and preparation of the work to be carried out in class.
• Providing learning activities for students both on and off site.
• Providing opportunities for students to make progression with formal learning situations, self‑help skills, life skills and social understanding and assessing their progress on a regular basis.
• Organising the teaching assistants within class appropriately to ensure a bespoke timetable to meet the needs of each individual in our care.

Qualifications & Experience

• Passion for working with young people and a genuine concern to improve the quality of life for the young people in our care.
• Highly motivated, well‑organised, resourceful and flexible with good communication skills.
• Experience and knowledge of learning disabilities and/or special needs. Preferred experience working with young people on the autistic spectrum.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Calm under pressure.
• Professional attitude and appearance.
• The ability to lead and be led.
• Experience of working with young people with additional needs.
• Good organisational skills.

Benefits & Support

You will be part of a dedicated team of professionals who will offer you clear guidance and mentoring throughout this role. Cambian is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Cambian is committed to Safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks.