Teacher Active’s client school is looking for caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants to join our exceptional team. This is more than a support role—it's an opportunity to make a genuine and lasting impact every single day.
Working alongside experienced teachers, therapists and a multidisciplinary team, you'll help create a nurturing, engaging and inspiring environment where pupils with additional needs feel safe, valued and empowered to succeed.
Every day is different, every achievement is celebrated, and every member of our team plays a vital role in transforming lives.
What You'll Be Doing
Support teachers in delivering engaging, creative and personalised learning experiences.
Provide one-to-one and small group support, helping pupils access the curriculum and achieve their individual goals.
Encourage pupils' communication, independence, confidence and social development.
Promote positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing and a safe, inclusive learning environment.
Assist with the planning, implementation and review of individual support plans and learning activities.
Prepare classroom resources and help create stimulating learning environments that inspire curiosity and achievement.
Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, families and other professionals to provide consistent, holistic support.
Maintain accurate records while ensuring the highest standards of safeguarding, health and safety, and pupil wellbeing.
About You
We're looking for someone who is:
Passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs.
Patient, compassionate and committed to helping every pupil achieve their full potential.
A positive team player with excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
Adaptable, resilient and able to respond confidently to individual pupil needs.
Previous experience working with children with SEN or relevant SEN qualifications are beneficial, but not essential – we'll provide training and support to help you succeed.
Willing to learn, develop and work towards further professional qualifications.
Committed to completing all relevant induction and mandatory training.
Dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
About TeacherActive
TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.
Equal Opportunities Statement
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.
Safeguarding and DBS Compliance
Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment
Salary description
£100.00 - £110.00 per day