Teaching Assistant (Class Coordinator)

VALENCE SCHOOL; Westerham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized educational institution in the UK is seeking a Senior Teaching Assistant to manage and supervise support staff for students aged 4-19 with complex needs. The ideal candidate will lead educational and personal care support, coordinate staff meetings, and ensure effective communication within the team. Strong experience in SEND settings and team coordination is required for this hands-on role.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting students with physical disabilities.
• Ability to lead and mentor support staff.
• Strong communication skills to liaise with teaching teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead on high-quality learning and personal care support.
• Advise and guide class-based support staff.
• Coordinate meetings and contribute to Annual Reviews.
• Ensure effective communication across teams.
• Follow moving and handling procedures and promote safeguarding.

Skills

Team coordination skills

Experience in SEND settings

Proactive approach

Flexibility

Job description

Join our dedicated team at Valence School, supporting students aged 4-19 with physical disabilities and complex medical needs. We are seeking a Senior Teaching Assistant to take responsibility for the day-to-day management and supervision of Student Support staff within a specific curriculum pathway class. In this key role, you will:

Responsibilities

• Lead on high-quality learning and personal care support
• Advise and guide class-based support staff
• Coordinate meetings and contribute to Annual Reviews
• Ensure effective communication across teaching, support, and residential teams
• Follow moving and handling procedures and promote safeguarding at all times

This is a hands-on role ideal for someone with strong team coordination skills, experience in SEND settings, and a proactive, flexible approach.