Teaching Assistant at Compass Learning Centre

Dorset Council UK; Weymouth; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to support students across Key Stage 3 and 4. This role offers flexible hours between 32 and 37 per week during term time, providing an excellent opportunity to make a difference in young lives. Ideal candidates will possess strong commitment to inclusion and safeguarding, and enjoy working with young people, particularly those with complex needs. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will help shape the future of students in a supportive environment. If you are caring, energetic, and resilient, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs, including English and Mathematics.
• Experience with young people with complex needs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support students independently and with teachers.
• Assist with tailored support for individual students.
• Promote inclusion and safeguard all students.

Skills

Inclusion and safeguarding

Positive behaviour management

Support for young people

Education

5 GCSEs at grade 4/C or above

Job description

Teaching Assistant Position

Type: Permanent - to start as soon as possible

Hours: 32-37 hours per week, negotiable, worked over 5 days

Paid Weeks: Term time including INSET Day (45.05 paid weeks)

Salary Scale: Grade 5 - 6, points 5 - 9, depending on experience. Actual salary for 37 hours/week: £21,417 - £22,816 PA; FTE: £24,790 - £26,409 PA. Pay award pending.

About the Role

Compass Learning Centre seeks an enthusiastic and energetic Teaching Assistant to support students across Key Stage 3 and 4. Hours are flexible between 32 and 37 hours per week, over 5 days, during term time including INSET days.

The salary range is Dorset Council Grades 5 - 6, with potential progression to Grade 7 for suitable candidates.

This role suits individuals who enjoy working with young people, particularly those with complex needs and challenging behaviour. It offers an opportunity to gain experience, develop skills, or make a difference in young lives.

Responsibilities

• Support students both independently and alongside teachers and education professionals
• Assist with groups and individual students, tailoring support to their needs
• Promote inclusion and safeguard all students

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade 4 / C or above, including English and Mathematics
• Experience working with young people with complex needs and challenging behaviour is preferred
• Strong commitment to inclusion, safeguarding, and positive behaviour management

Ideal Candidate Attributes

Caring, understanding, energetic, enthusiastic, patient, resilient, and able to build rapport with young people in a lively setting.

Application Process

Interested? Contact Michelle Nokes, Head's PA, at 01305-206530 or [e-mail]. Visit us to see our work! Further details, including a job description and person specification, are available in the attached Information for Applicants.

The closing date for applications is Midnight on Sunday, 18 May 2025. Please ensure your application is complete, listing all qualifications and employment history from secondary school onwards.