Teaching Assistant

Caretech; Paignton; On-site; GBP 23,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational provider is looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant in Paignton. You will support students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health challenges, assisting in their educational and social development. The role offers a competitive salary of £22,478.44 per annum alongside training opportunities and a supportive work environment. Join a team committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of young learners.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Training opportunities

Supportive management

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health challenges.
• Ability to create an inclusive classroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in their educational and social development.
• Provide support in classroom activities.
• Work 1:1 or 2:1 with students for personalized learning.

Skills

Assisting students in educational and social development

Providing learning support

Engaging with students positively

Job description

Position: Teaching assistant (SEMH school)

Location: Paignton, Devon

Hours: 40 hours per week, term time, permanent position

Salary Details: £22,478.44 per annum

You will play a crucial role in shaping young minds under the expert guidance of our dedicated teachers. You'll assist in creating an inspiring and organised classroom environment, ensuring every student feels included and has the opportunity to excel.

Who we are:

Cambian Devon School is an independent, DfE-registered, co-educational day school, providing specialist education for up to 30 students, aged 7‑18 years. We provide a high quality, personalised education for students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges that can create barriers to learning.

You’ll be:

• Assisting students in their educational and social development.
• Providing support inside and outside of the classroom, so they can fully engage in a wide range of activities.
• Helping to set up activities for students, using technology or adjusting the environment to suit their needs.
• Supporting teachers, engaging with students, providing learning support, and reacting to situations in the classroom in a positive, non‑disruptive manner.
• Working 1:1 or 2:1 with some students, to give them the time and support they need to learn.

Why work for us:

• Competitive salary.
• Opportunity to progress in your career.
• Training opportunities either face to face or online.
• Wellbeing – Your wellbeing matters to us, and we are committed to ensuring you get all the support you need.
• You will be a part of a dedicated team of professionals who will offer you clear guidance and mentor you in to this role.
• Supportive management and senior leads.
• We offer full induction, paid for DBS, friendly family atmosphere and the opportunity to progress with one of the UK’s biggest care providers.

EEO Statement

Cambian is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Cambian is committed to Safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks.

Cambian will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination a person who will not on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.