Special Needs Teaching Assistant: Tailored Support & Growth

The Methodist Church in Britain; Twickenham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pension schemes

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Auriga Rewards discounts

Recruitment referral scheme

Career progression and professional 개발

Job summary

Strathmore School, part of Helix Learning Trust, is seeking a teaching assistant to support primary-aged pupils with complex needs during term-time (39 weeks). The role focuses on tailored pupil support, personal care, and helping teachers deliver strategies to build independence. Prior SEND experience and DBS checks are required.

The school values patient, caring support and collaboration with teaching staff to foster independence and a love of learning across four campuses.

Qualifications

• Experience or understanding of working with children with SEND.
• Patience and a caring approach to supporting pupils.
• Commitment to enabling learning and independence.
• Ability to work well with teachers and school staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support for individual pupils or small groups.
• Provide personal care to support pupils' wellbeing.
• Work with teachers to implement learning strategies.
• Encourage independence and foster a love of learning.
• Build and maintain positive relationships across the school community.

Skills

Patience

SEND experience

Support learning

Team collaboration

Job description

Strathmore School, part of Helix Learning Trust, is seeking a teaching assistant to support primary-aged pupils with complex needs during term-time (39 weeks). The role focuses on tailored pupil support, personal care, and helping teachers deliver strategies to build independence. Prior SEND experience and DBS checks are required.

The school values patient, caring support and collaboration with teaching staff to foster independence and a love of learning across four campuses.