Specalist Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking organization is seeking a dedicated Specialist Teaching Assistant to join a warm and welcoming team in Weston-super-Mare. This role is perfect for those who enjoy supporting children with disabilities and helping them thrive in a nurturing environment. With small class sizes and opportunities for personal growth, you will engage in interactive play, assist with daily needs, and foster strong relationships with students. This temporary position offers flexible work arrangements and the potential for a permanent role, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about making a difference in children's lives.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Accessible transport routes

Potential contract extension

On-the-job training opportunities

Qualifications

• Candidates must have appropriate qualifications and training.
• Experience in care for children or adults is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support students with daily needs and advocate for those who cannot speak.
• Assist children with high needs, including mobility and care.

Skills

Experience with children or individuals with disabilities

Proactive and resilient attitude

Interactive play engagement

Teamwork and receptiveness to feedback

Education

Relevant qualifications in education or care

Job description

Specialist Teaching Assistant, Weston-super-Mare

Client:

Teaching Personnel

Location:

Weston-super-Mare, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Education

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

71ec0b064448

Job Views:

10

Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

Do you enjoy giving a voice to those who can’t use their own?

Teaching Personnel is collaborating with a special provision in Weston-Super-Mare seeking a dedicated teaching assistant to join their warm, welcoming team.

The team supports students beyond their educational needs, assisting with daily basic needs and advocating for those who cannot speak for themselves. The school offers sensory rooms and a hydro pool, providing unique support environments.

The children have high needs and may require assistance with walking, using wheelchairs or crutches, operating PCs, and potentially with medication and feeding. This role welcomes candidates with experience supporting individuals of all ages outside the classroom, emphasizing your expertise, open-mindedness, and playful approach.

• Start Date: Full-time, beginning April 23rd
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:40 am - 3:40 pm (term time only); flexible work arrangements available
• Additional Benefits: Accessible transport routes and potential contract extension

About the role:

• No prior teaching experience required; bring your enthusiasm, and support will be provided
• Small class sizes (6-8 pupils), fostering strong, supportive relationships
• Opportunities for personal growth and training through on-the-job experience
• A fulfilling role supporting children’s learning and social development in a disability-focused environment

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Be confident, proactive, and resilient, especially with challenging behaviour
• Enjoy engaging in interactive play with young children, maintaining a positive attitude and sense of humour
• Work well in a team and be receptive to feedback and growth
• Ideally have experience with children or individuals with disabilities, but experience in care for children or adults is essential
• Maintain an open mind regarding the support needs

If interested or seeking more information, please contact us at 0117 239 3006 or via email at [e-mail]. We look forward to hearing from you.

Applicants must have appropriate qualifications and training. Refer to the FAQ section on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

Pay rates include 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This is a temporary position with potential for permanency later.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding children and will undertake relevant checks, including DBS checks and online searches, as part of our safeguarding procedures.

All candidates must have or obtain a valid enhanced DBS check. Assistance is available for this process.

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Created on 26/04/2025 by TN United Kingdom