Special Needs Teaching Assistant — Empower Futures

Halcyon Way School; North Waterhouse Farm; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Halcyon Way School, part of Kingfisher Learning Trust, is seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants to join our inclusive special needs setting. You will support pupils with personalised learning plans and help them access learning and participate in activities.

The role emphasizes safeguarding, collaboration with staff, and promoting wellbeing. We welcome applicants at any career stage who share our belief in education for all and want to make a positive difference daily.

Qualifications

• Experience working with or caring for children, ideally those with special educational needs.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• A team player who’s flexible and adaptable to the changing needs of pupils.
• A commitment to safeguarding and inclusive practice.
• A calm, empathetic and proactive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils in a range of learning environments, based on their Personalised Learning Plans (PLPs).
• Working with specialist equipment and technologies.
• Promoting pupil wellbeing, dignity, and independence, including personal care and healthcare routines.
• Supporting and leading positive behaviour management using the Team Teach approach.
• Collaborating with teaching staff to prepare, deliver and support engaging learning activities.
• Contributing to a warm, inclusive and values-driven school culture.

Skills

Special needs experience

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Safeguarding

Job description

Halcyon Way School, part of Kingfisher Learning Trust, is seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants to join our inclusive special needs setting. You will support pupils with personalised learning plans and help them access learning and participate in activities.

The role emphasizes safeguarding, collaboration with staff, and promoting wellbeing. We welcome applicants at any career stage who share our belief in education for all and want to make a positive difference daily.