Secondary Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Newbury; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking school dedicated to enriching the lives of students with SEMH complexities. As a Secondary Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils' educational journeys and emotional needs. This rewarding position offers a unique chance to make a positive impact while enjoying a flexible work-life balance. The school emphasizes outdoor learning and provides a supportive environment for both students and staff. With attractive benefits, including a welcome bonus and mental health support, this role is perfect for those passionate about education and personal development.

Benefits

£1000 Welcome Bonus

Life Assurance and pension scheme

Access to mental health support

Flexible Benefits Platform

Work 80% of hours for 100% of pay

Qualifications

• Experience working with pupils with SEMH needs.
• Ability to prepare learning materials and facilitate activities.

Responsibilities

• Connect directly with pupils, supporting their educational journey.
• Work alongside experienced teams to support pupils with SEMH needs.

Skills

Support for emotional and physical needs

Classroom activity facilitation

Preparation of learning materials

Education

Relevant educational qualifications

Job description

Job Opportunity: Secondary Teaching Assistant

Join New Barn School, an Ofsted ‘Good’ rated institution, offering a broad and relevant curriculum for boys and girls aged 6-19 with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) complexities. Located within easy reach of Swindon, Oxford, Andover, Basingstoke, and Reading, our school utilizes outdoor activities like forest school, farm experiences, and horse riding to enrich learning.

The Role

As a Secondary Teaching Assistant, you will:

1. Connect directly with pupils and young people, supporting their educational journey.
2. Prepare learning materials and facilitate classroom activities.
3. Support pupils' emotional and physical needs, helping them develop as individuals.
4. Work alongside experienced teams to support pupils with SEMH needs.

This role offers a rewarding career with a chance to make a positive impact on students' lives.

Benefits

• £1000 Welcome Bonus (£500 upon starting, £500 after probation)
• Life Assurance and pension scheme
• Access to mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista) including health benefits, discounts, Cycle to Work, Electric Car Purchase, and travel support
• Work 80% of hours for 100% of pay, promoting work-life balance

We are committed to safeguarding pupils; all applicants will undergo social media checks and a DBS check.

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