Teaching Assistant

The Cambian Group; Paignton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Devon School is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support students aged 7 to 18 with SEMH needs. The role focuses on academic and social development, with 1:1 or 2:1 support, activity planning, and assisting teachers to maintain a positive classroom environment.

The school emphasises safeguarding, equality, and a disability-confident approach, with a commitment to wellbeing and professional development.

Qualifications

• DBS check and safeguarding awareness
• Ability to support students 1:1 or 2:1
• Ability to create engaging activities and a positive classroom environment

Responsibilities

• Support students' learning and social development inside and outside the classroom.
• Work 1:1 or 2:1 with students needing extra support.
• Help set up engaging activities tailored to individual needs.
• Support teachers to maintain a positive, organised, and inspiring classroom.
• React calmly and constructively to classroom situations.
• Be part of a team with mentorship and opportunities for growth.

Job description

Devon school is looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our team and help students thrive both academically and socially.

The school:

Devon School is an independent specialist provision for students aged 7 to 18 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. We provide a nurturing and supportive environment where students can access learning that is tailored to their individual needs. Our approach focuses not only on academic progress, but also on helping every student develop confidence, self-esteem, resilience and positive relationships.

What you will be doing:

• Supporting students learning and social development inside and outside the classroom.


• Working 1:1 or 2:1 with students who need extra support.


• Helping to set up engaging activities tailored to each student’s needs.


• Supporting teachers to create a positive, organised, and inspiring classroom environment.


• Reacting to classroom situations with calm, constructive, and professional guidance.


• Competitive salary and opportunities to grow in your career.


• Training and development - online or in person.


• Wellbeing-focused workplace - your wellbeing matters.


• Be part of a dedicated team with clear guidance and mentorship.


• Enjoy a friendly, family-like atmosphere with supportive management.


• Full induction, paid DBS, and the chance to progress with one of the UK's.

We pride ourselves on being an Equal Opportunities Employer and we are 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.

We 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.

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