Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Wantage; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Une école primaire spécialisée à Farnborough recherche un Teaching Assistant confiant pour soutenir des élèves ayant des besoins éducatifs spéciaux. Le poste comprend la collaboration avec les enseignants pour aider à l'apprentissage, à la gestion des émotions, et à la communication des élèves. De plus, l'école offre des opportunités de formation continue pour garantir que tous les employés se sentent compétents et soutenus dans leurs rôles.

Benefits

Formation gratuite en protection de l'enfance

Soutien continu aux employés

Qualifications

• Avoir de l'expérience dans le travail avec des enfants, en particulier ceux avec des besoins spéciaux.
• Démontrer une approche calme et cohérente pour le soutien aux comportements et à l'apprentissage.
• Capacité à obtenir un DBS amélioré (ou volonté de le faire à ses frais).

Responsibilities

• Soutenir le professeur lors des activités de classe et des interventions.
• Assurer un soutien individuel et en petits groupes.
• Encourager l'indépendance et développer des relations positives.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Proactivité

Education

Enhanced DBS

Experience working with children with SEN or ASC

Job description

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Teaching Assistant – Primary SEN (Farnborough)
Full-Time | Term-Time Only | Immediate or September start

A welcoming and supportive specialist primary school in Farnborough is seeking a confident and proactive Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated team. This setting caters exclusively for children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), and provides a structured, nurturing environment where pupils aged 4–11 can thrive both academically and personally.

The school is purpose-built to meet the complex needs of its pupils, offering small class sizes, a high staff-to-pupil ratio, and access to specialist resources. Pupils benefit from a consistent, calm, and predictable approach that supports communication, sensory regulation, and emotional development.

The Role:
The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher to support the learning and well-being of pupils with a range of SEN and ASC diagnoses. Responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the teacher with leading class activities and interventions
• Providing one-to-one and small group support
• Assisting with personal care and emotional regulation when necessary
• Encouraging independence and developing positive relationships
• Supporting pupils’ communication and social development in line with individual education plans

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Be confident, proactive, and resilient
• Have experience working with children, particularly those with SEN or ASC
• Show a calm and consistent approach to behaviour and learning support
• Be a team player with strong communication skills
• Demonstrate a genuine passion for making a difference in the lives of children with additional needs
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one at own cost)
• Right to work in the UK
• References covering the last two years

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who wants to contribute to a purposeful and child-centred learning environment. Ongoing training and support are provided to ensure all staff feel confident in their role and can continue to develop their skills.

To apply or request more information, please submit your updated CV and we will be in contact.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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