Teaching Assistant-Specialist School-Part time Reference 011

Specialist Teaching Assistant (2:1 Support)

Location: Linton, Cambridgeshire

Salary: £18.00 per hour (£14.50 per hour during training)

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am–3:30pm, Term Time Only

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference?

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to provide 2:1 educational support to a bright young boy with cerebral palsy who is non-verbal and attends a specialist school.

The primary focus of this role is to support the pupil in accessing the curriculum, developing communication skills and promoting independence within the classroom. You will work alongside another Teaching Assistant to deliver high-quality educational support. While the role does include assisting with personal care, this is primarily an education-focused position.

Essential requirements

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant is essential.
• Experience supporting children with additional needs, SEND or complex needs is highly desirable.
• Confident adapting learning activities to meet individual needs.
• GCSE English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above) or equivalent.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Benefits

• £18.00 per hour (£14.50 during training)
• Monday to Friday – no evenings or weekends
• Term-time only
• Full specialist training provided
• Ongoing supervision and support
• Pension scheme
• Funded training and qualifications
• Work as part of a highly skilled multidisciplinary team
• Early Pay Scheme

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: £18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension

Application question(s):

• Do you have good IT Skills?
• Do you require sponsorship? We are unable to offer this.
• Do you have experience with Cerebral Palsy?

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (required)

Experience:

• Special education: 1 year (required)
• Teaching Assistant: 1 year (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person