Teaching Assistant - SEN Specialist School

Teaching Personnel; Devizes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A specialist educational organization in Devizes is seeking a compassionate 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with ADHD and Diabetes. This part-time role requires building trusting relationships and supporting the pupil's educational progress in a co-educational special school. Candidates should have experience with young people and a commitment to safeguarding. A flexible start date is available, with ongoing training and support offered.

Benefits

Ongoing development and training

Access to online CPD training courses

Supportive team environment

Access to specialist facilities

Qualifications

• Patient, resilient, and warm individual.
• Experience in working 1:1 is a bonus, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support a pupil with ADHD and Diabetes.
• Make a meaningful impact on the pupil's educational progress and emotional wellbeing.

Skills

Experience working with young people with ADHD needs

Excellent communication skills

Ability to build strong, trusting relationships

Commitment to safeguarding

Job description

1:1 Teaching Assistant

Location: Devizes, Wiltshire

Start Date: Immediate / Flexible

Are you passionate about supporting young people with additional needs? If so, this role is for you! An SEN Specialist School is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their team!

The Role

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with ADHD and Diabetes. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a young person’s educational progress, emotional wellbeing and daily school experience!

This school is a co‑educational community special school for pupils aged 10–16, supporting learners with a wide range of Special Educational Needs including ASD, SEMH and Specific Learning Difficulties. The school also educates pupils with conditions such as ADHD, attachment difficulties, ODD and mental health needs, while offering a caring and therapeutic environment.

The school benefits from excellent specialist facilities including a sensory room, a hydrotherapy pool, and spacious outdoor learning areas, helping pupils to thrive through personalised support!

Who We Are Looking For

• Experience working with young people with ADHD needs or similar behavioural profiles
• Experience working 1:1 is a bonus, but not essential!
• A patient, resilient, warm individual with an ability to build strong, trusting relationships
• Excellent communication skills
• A commitment to safeguarding and supporting the holistic development of young people

Working Hours / Benefits

• Part Time – Every Friday
• Ongoing development and training
• Access to online CPD training courses, free of charge!
• A supportive and skilled team which is dedicated to helping every pupil aspire, achieve and thrive!
• Access to specialist facilities including therapeutic spaces, sensory provision and outdoor learning environments

If you are passionate about making a genuine difference in a young person’s life and are committed to helping them grow in confidence, resilience and independence, we would love to hear from you!

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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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