Teaching Assistant SEN

Eteach; Worcester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent school is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support students with special educational needs. The role involves tailoring learning experiences and fostering emotional and social development. Join a passionate team committed to providing the best outcomes for students in a nurturing environment.

Benefits

Supportive staff team

High-quality training

Work-related benefits (cycle-to-work)

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with additional needs, especially those with ASD.
• Ability to promote academic and emotional development.
• Passion for providing engaging support.

Responsibilities

• Support children in a tailored learning environment.
• Collaborate with staff and parents.
• Contribute to school culture and activities.

Skills

Support children with additional needs

Create a calm learning environment

Social and emotional support

Build relationships

Team player

Resilience

Job description

Post Title - Teaching Assistant SEN

Hours:16.5 hours per week (8.45am – 4pm daily Th/F plus 12.30 – 3pm Wed)

Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: 9th June

Interview Date: TBC

Start Date: ASAP

Salary:£25,992 - £28,624 per annum pro rata (depending on qualifications and experience)

Actual: £10,523 - £11,046

Do you want to make a real difference to children with special educational needs? Want the freedom to support learning and development in an environment that’s set up to meet individual need? Want to balance career opportunity and life balance in the process?

If your answer to the above questions is yes, then this is the job for you!

Our Place School is an independent, specialist setting where the children are genuinely at the heart of all we do. We have 32 students on roll between the ages of 8 and 18, and offer a tailored curriculum built around each individual’s needs, ensuring they meet their aims and aspirations whilst feeling safe and valued within the school community.

This is an exciting time to join us as Our Place continues to grow and develop under new leadership. Our friendly, supportive team are hugely committed to nurturing our students and providing them with the best holistic personal and educational experience.

This isn’t a sit-in-the-classroom-all-day kind of job. Our school is set in extensive grounds, which provides for all manner of outdoor learning and fun. But that’s not the best bit of the school…our amazing and unique children are!

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Has experience in supporting children with additional needs, particularly those with ASD, or a strong willingness to learn and develop in this area.
  
• Demonstrates the ability to create a calm, respectful, and productive learning environment tailored to the individual needs of the child.
  
• Is committed to supporting the child’s social, emotional, and academic development, ensuring they have the best possible experience throughout their time in school.
  
• Has a genuine passion for providing tailored, engaging support to children and is committed to delivering the very best educational outcomes.
  
• Builds strong, positive relationships with the child, staff, parents, and other professionals to ensure a collaborative approach to learning.
  
• Actively contributes to the wider life of the school and supports a positive, inclusive school culture.
  
• Is resilient, flexible and a strong team player with a ‘can-do’ attitude and sense of fun and creativity.
  
• Above all else, champions our children and will nurture and inspire them to be the best they can be.
  

In return, we can offer you:

• A supportive and passionate staff team that works collaboratively to ensure the success and well-being of every child
  
• A school environment that prioritises both learning and the well-being of all children
  
• The opportunity to help shape he future of Our Place
  
• Involvement in high-quality training and professional development
  
• Opportunities for progression
  
• Work-related benefits including cycle-to-work, tech scheme, blue-light card entitlement.
  

Visits to the school are warmly encouraged.

Information about the school and an application form can be found at Careers - Our Place Group

All applications must be received by 12.00 noon on Monday 9th June 2025.

Shortlisted candidates will be informed as soon as shortlisting has occurred. However, out of courtesy we will contact all candidates to let you know if your application has been successful.