Teaching Assistant in Andover)

Academics; Andover; On-site; GBP 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Job summary

Academics are recruiting an experienced Teaching Assistant for a residential SEN school in Andover, supporting pupils aged 11-19 with Autism or related needs. The role is full‑time, starting in September, with a temp to perm pathway and a rate of £14.24 per hour.

Driving is preferred due to the rural location in Grately/Andover. You will work with pupils in small groups and 1:1, helping implement EHCPs and differentiated learning plans so every student can access a challenging and relevant

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English (4-9 or C grade) required.
• Empathetic and calm approach essential to support students.
• Ability to support the teacher in meeting individual needs.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in small groups and on a 1:1 basis.
• Assist the teacher in delivering differentiated lessons.
• Help implement learning and care plans for EHCPs.

Skills

Empathy

Calm under pressure

Education

Maths and English GCSE (A–C) or Grades 4–9

Job description

Teaching Assistant

SEN School, Andover

September start

Academics are recruiting on behalf of a residential SEN school in Andover which caters for young people aged 11-19 years with Autism or who have strong emotional / behavioural traits of the Autistic Spectrum, typically high functioning Autism (Asperger Syndrome) and other associated needs such as ADHD, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia and social, emotional and mental health needs. All young people in the school will have an Education Health Care Plan (EHCP).

They are looking for an experienced Teaching Assistant to join them on a full‑time, possible temp to perm supply contract starting in September. Due to the rural location in Grately/Andover, this would be suited to a Teaching Assistant who drives/has access to own car.

Working hours, term‑time only - £14.24 per hour

• Mon and Thurs 8.30am – 4.30pm
• Tues and Fri 8.30am – 4pm
• Wednesday 8.30am – 5pm

The successful Teaching Assistant will be required to support pupils across the school in small groups and on a 1:1 basis. Although experience of working in an SEN school would be an advantage, this is not essential. What is needed is an understanding, empathetic and calm Teaching Assistant who is able to build positive relationships and be able to support the teacher in meeting the individual needs of the students, in line with their individualised learning and care plans. These plans allow each student to have access to a challenging, broad, relevant and differentiated curriculum that is designed to be Asperger Syndrome friendly.

The main school building is a large country house set in 8 acres of grounds which provide a beautiful and secure setting for outdoor activities. Ideally suited to a driver due to the rural location.

To be considered for this position, you MUST have Maths and English GCSE (or equivalent) Grades C or above or Grades 4 - 9.

If you are a Teaching Assistant who is seeking a full‑time position to start in September and live in the Grateley/Andover area please apply with a copy of your updated CV.