Teaching Assistants (Primary & Secondary)

Simply Education Ltd; Slough; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate and proactive Teaching Assistants to support young people with diverse needs in a specialist educational setting. This role involves working closely with teachers to provide individualized support, fostering positive relationships, and creating an inclusive learning environment. Ideal candidates will have experience with children facing challenges such as behavioural difficulties and mental health issues, demonstrating resilience and excellent communication skills. Join a dedicated team committed to making a difference in the lives of young learners and helping them achieve their potential.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with additional needs.
• Ability to build strong relationships based on trust.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils' learning and emotional needs.
• Deliver tailored interventions and adapt activities.

Skills

Compassionate support

Resilience

Positive behaviour support

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Experience with children or young people

Nurturing and patient attitude

Job description

Location: Slough
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent (Part-time and flexible options considered)
Start Date: ASAP

Are you passionate about supporting young people who need it most?
Do you believe that with the right support, every child can achieve their potential?

We are looking for compassionate, resilient, and proactive Teaching Assistants to join our dedicated team at School Name , a specialist setting for children and young people aged 5-16 with a range of needs including:

• BESD (Behavioural, Emotional and Social Difficulties)
• EHCP (Education, Health and Care Plans)
• SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health)
• Neurodiversity (Autism, ADHD, OCD, etc.)
• PRU experience (Pupil Referral Unit)
• Mental Health challenges (Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, etc.)

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping our pupils succeed - both academically and personally - by providing individualised support and building positive, trusting relationships.

About the Role:

• Work closely with teachers to support pupils' learning, behaviour, and emotional needs.
• Deliver tailored interventions and adapt activities to suit different learning styles and abilities.
• Provide 1:1 and small group support, helping pupils to engage and progress.
• Help create a calm, therapeutic, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Support the delivery of EHCP targets and contribute to progress reviews.
• Act as a key adult for pupils, offering encouragement, structure, and emotional support.

We are looking for Teaching Assistants who:

• Have experience working with children or young people with additional needs (school, youth work, care, sports coaching, mentoring, etc.).
• Are nurturing, patient, and able to build strong relationships based on trust and respect.
• Are resilient and calm under pressure, using positive behaviour support strategies.
• Are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Have excellent teamwork and communication skills.