Special School Teaching Assistant — Support & Growth

Unified Academy; Dorking; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS/TPS pension schemes

Salary sacrifice schemes

Employee wellbeing programme

Staff discounts

Season Ticket Loan

Employee Referral Scheme

Job summary

Unified Academy in Dorking is seeking a Teaching Assistant to join our team and help learners make exceptional progress. You will support the teacher in managing pupils and classroom activities, including ICT usage and communication aids.

We serve boys aged 9 to 16 with social, emotional, and mental health needs, offering personalised lessons in small classes to meet individual needs. GCSE English and Maths at grade C or equivalent are required, with demonstrated experience working with children.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade C or equivalent expected.
• Proven successful experience working with or caring for children in any setting.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and provide individual support for students, ensuring their safety and access to learning activities.
• Follow general guidance to support all teaching and learning activities in the classroom, including ICT use and communication aids.
• Establish constructive relationships with students and engage them in school life.
• Promote inclusion and encourage interaction with peers during activities led by the teacher.

Skills

GCSE English (C) or higher

GCSE Maths (C) or higher

Experience with children

ICT competence

Job description

Unified Academy in Dorking is seeking a Teaching Assistant to join our team and help learners make exceptional progress. You will support the teacher in managing pupils and classroom activities, including ICT usage and communication aids.

We serve boys aged 9 to 16 with social, emotional, and mental health needs, offering personalised lessons in small classes to meet individual needs. GCSE English and Maths at grade C or equivalent are required, with demonstrated experience working with children.