Teaching Assistant

CareTech Group; Preston; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Join CareTech Group as a vital part of our dedicated team at Linton School, an independent special school near Preston. You will assist students aged 8-18 with emotional and mental health needs, helping them engage in education and social development through personalized support. Benefit from career progression opportunities, comprehensive training, and a friendly atmosphere while making a significant impact in the lives of children in need.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Training opportunities (online and face-to-face)

Wellbeing support

Induction and paid DBS

Friendly family atmosphere

Qualifications

• Experience in educational support or similar roles is beneficial.
• Ability to engage students effectively and adapt to their individual needs.
• Commitment to safeguarding and supporting students.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in their educational and social development.
• Support activities inside and outside the classroom.
• Work 1:1 or 2:1 with students to provide necessary attention.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

Relevant qualifications in education or childcare

Job description

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Come and join a fantastic team and be part of making the biggest difference to children who need the very best people to care, teach and advocate for them.

The school:

Linton School is an independent special school who caters for children and young people with social, emotional and mental health needs. We are located in Freckleton, near Preston and therefore benefit from some amazing outdoor space where we develop an extensive outdoor curriculum which includes farming, equestrian, horticulture and small animal care. The school provides full time education for up to 12 male or female students ages between 8 and 18 years old.

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:

• 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

Caretech 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. Caretech is an equal opportunities employer.

Caretech 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.