Therapeutic Teaching Assistant (SEMH & SEND)

Compass Community; Colchester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Extensive training and professional資格

Small class sizes with TA support

Flexible pension

Wellbeing services

Job summary

Compass Community is seeking Teaching Assistants to help with students who have SEMH and SEND, including Autism and ADHD. The role involves supporting learning, 1:1 and small group sessions, and assisting with classroom resources.

Candidates should be patient, flexible, and able to establish trusting relationships with children. The organisation offers training, a supportive team, and opportunities to grow within a national network.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with diverse needs.
• Ability to support children with challenging behaviours.
• Strong English and Maths basics.
• Ability to work in a team and adapt to different hats.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning in classrooms.
• Work with children 1:1 or in small groups with pupils.
• Manage classroom resources.
• Take children on educational trips and visits.
• Have lunch with children who struggle socially.
• Maintain a good basic understanding of English and Maths.
• Keep children safe when they are experiencing heightened behaviours with good behaviour management skills.
• Create, play and teach games to pupils to develop social skills and learning.
• Create displays to support teaching and learning environments.
• Celebrate successes with pupils.
• Participate in therapeutic training sessions or reflect on difficult periods.

Skills

Supporting learning

1:1 support

Classroom management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

Compass Community is seeking Teaching Assistants to help with students who have SEMH and SEND, including Autism and ADHD. The role involves supporting learning, 1:1 and small group sessions, and assisting with classroom resources.

Candidates should be patient, flexible, and able to establish trusting relationships with children. The organisation offers training, a supportive team, and opportunities to grow within a national network.