SEND Teaching Assistant. Job in Grantham Education & Training Jobs

TeacherActive; Grantham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate SEND Teaching Assistant to join a nurturing educational environment in Grantham. This role involves supporting children with additional needs, including autism and severe learning difficulties, through tailored interventions and engaging outdoor learning experiences. The ideal candidate will bring patience, empathy, and resilience, contributing to a therapeutic space that promotes emotional growth and academic progress. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children, this opportunity offers competitive pay and a supportive team dedicated to your professional development.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Dedicated consultant available 24/7

Access to CPD and progression opportunities

Referral scheme earning up to £100

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with additional needs.
• Confidence in supporting students with SEMH and behavioural challenges.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with Autism, SLD, and SEMH needs.
• Work closely with teachers to deliver tailored interventions.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Resilience

Behaviour Management

Communication

Education

Level 2 or 3 qualification (CACHE or equivalent)

Tools

Team-Teach or MAPA training

Job description

END Teaching Assistant Therapeutic Education Setting

Location: Grantham Full-Time Term-Time Only

Short-Term Contract with Potential for Long-Term Placement

Start Date: Immediate Start

Salary: £90 - £120 per day

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of children with additional needs? We are proud to be working with a specialist SEND school in Grantham, supporting their search for a SEND Teaching Assistant to join their team.

This unique provision provides bespoke education to children with complex trauma, mental health, behavioural, and attachment needs. Guided by a progressive model, the school fosters a nurturing, therapeutic space where children can feel safe, grow emotionally, and progress academically.

The school aims to promote respect for authority figures and develop emotional insight and self-management within a learning setting. They also prioritize outdoor learning to enhance students' personal development.

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will:

1. Support pupils across all Key Stages, including those with Autism (ASD), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), and Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
2. Work closely with teachers and therapists to deliver tailored interventions.
3. Use the natural environment to engage and inspire pupils in their learning.
4. Bring patience, empathy, and resilience to help young learners thrive.
5. Be proactive and confident in managing challenging behaviours.

You will need:

• Experience working with children or young people with additional needs.
• Confidence in supporting students with SEMH and behavioural challenges.
• A relevant Level 2 or 3 qualification (CACHE or equivalent).
• Team-Teach or MAPA training (desirable but not essential).

In return, you will receive:

• Competitive rates of pay (PAYE, no hidden admin fees).
• A dedicated consultant available 24/7 to support your journey.
• Access to CPD and progression opportunities via our My-Progression platform.
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme earning up to £100.
• An opportunity to be part of an inspiring, nature-based provision that changes lives.

If you are a compassionate, enthusiastic professional ready to support some of the most rewarding work in education, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact Brandin for more details:

Email: (url removed)
Phone: (phone number removed)

Join a team where nature, nurture, and purpose meet.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks, and the provision of professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service and offer a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational settings, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits confirm our high standards. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business providing temporary or contract jobs.