SEND Teaching Assistant (ASD) - Transform Lives

Positive Futures Recruitment Ltd; Newport; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Positive Futures Recruitment Ltd is recruiting Teaching Assistants for a brand new specialist school opening in January 2027 in Backwell. The school will support pupils aged 519 with ASD and SEMH needs in a nurturing environment with a capacity for 96 learners.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will support learning, wellbeing and personal development, working closely with the Class Teacher to create a structured, caring environment and provide feedback on pupil progress and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at least at Functional Skills Level 2.
• Level 2 Award in Supporting Teaching & Learning in Schools or willingness to work towards.
• Commitment to a child-centred, inclusive approach.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with learning activities and reinforce concepts taught by the teacher.
• Promote positive behaviour and adapt your approach to meet individual needs.
• Assist with personal care tasks including hygiene, dressing and eating when required.
• Encourage independence, confidence and personal development.
• Provide clear, accurate feedback on pupil progress, behaviour and wellbeing.
• Help prepare learning resources and contribute to lesson planning and evaluation.

Skills

Child-centred approach

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

ICT skills

Team collaboration

Education

GCSE Maths

GCSE English

Level 2 Award in Supporting Teaching & Learning in Schools

Job description

Positive Futures Recruitment Ltd is recruiting Teaching Assistants for a brand new specialist school opening in January 2027 in Backwell. The school will support pupils aged 519 with ASD and SEMH needs in a nurturing environment with a capacity for 96 learners.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will support learning, wellbeing and personal development, working closely with the Class Teacher to create a structured, caring environment and provide feedback on pupil progress and wellbeing.