Teaching Assistant

Caretech; Thaxted; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent care organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a passionate Teaching Assistant for a SEMH school in Great Dunmow. The role involves supporting students with emotional and mental health challenges, creating an inclusive environment, and assisting them in their education and social development. You will be part of a dedicated team, receive competitive salary, and have access to training opportunities. Candidates must demonstrate commitment to safeguarding the welfare of young people.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career progression opportunities

Training opportunities

Wellbeing support

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in assisting children with social, emotional and mental health difficulties.
• Ability to support a varied range of learning needs and environments.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in their educational and social development.
• Provide support inside and outside of the classroom.
• Work 1:1 or 2:1 with students needing extra support.

Job description

Position: Teaching assistant (SEMH school)

Location: Great Dunmow, Essex

Hours: 40 hours per week, time, permanent position

Salary Details: £22,478.40 per annum.

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

The school:

Cambian Great Dunmow School is a small independent specialist provision that provides relevant, positive and high-quality educational experiences and support. We cater for children and young people aged 11 to 19 with ongoing social, emotional and mental health difficulties and associated complex needs.

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 part of a dedicated team of professionals who will offer you clear guidance and mentor you into this role.
• Supportive management and senior leads.
• We offer full induction, paid DBS, a friendly family atmosphere and the opportunity to progress with one of the UK’s biggest care providers.

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 be on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.