At a Glance
- Tasks: Support teachers and help students with severe learning difficulties and autism thrive.
- Company: Join an outstanding special school dedicated to nurturing every pupil's potential.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, pension scheme, wellbeing support, and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Enjoy a fulfilling role in a warm, innovative school culture.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while working in a supportive team environment.
- Qualifications: Compassion, teamwork, and a commitment to helping pupils succeed.
The predicted salary is between 33865 - 41391 £ per year.
Teaching Assistants £22,693.94 per annum (Pro Rata based on 30.5 hours per week) – Inner London
Full time - 30.5 hours per week Monday - Friday
Working hours - 09:00 - 15:30, with 30-minute lunch break (Wednesday start time is 08:30, finish time is 15:30)
Working hours include a 30-minute class meeting each week
Contract – Permanent Term time only - 39 Weeks
Start date - We will need to undertake various safeguarding checks prior to appointment which includes a DBS check and references
Paddock is a special place where we put pupil’s interests first in everything we do. We are an Ofsted outstanding and innovative split site special school for pupils aged 4 – 19 with severe learning difficulties. Most of our children also have a diagnosis of autism. We pride ourselves on the warm, nurturing culture of the school, and staff share a deep commitment to supporting the individual needs of our pupils. Every pupil here is known, understood and nurtured. Our valued staff are exceptional practitioners who work as part of an extensive multi-disciplinary team of specialists to plan and deliver highly personalised learning opportunities that make learning fun, meaningful and engaging for our pupils. Our reputation is founded on our high standards, and maintained by our caring, dedicated staff, who create a nurturing and inspirational atmosphere throughout the school. The whole team is enthusiastic and united in their desire to prepare pupils for life beyond Paddock.
To work at Paddock, where the focus is on providing outstanding support and education for pupils with severe learning difficulties and autism, there are several qualities and attributes that are highly valued:
- Team Player
- Compassion and Empathy
- Keen to contribute to school life
- Commitment to putting pupils first and helping them to reach their potential
- Life Long Learning
- Resilience
- Celebrate Learning
- Strong work ethic
We offer:
- Highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
- Access to employee wellbeing scheme
- School Direct routes into teaching
- Opportunities for promotion within the school
- Cycle 2 Work
- Smart Schools Benefits (which include Lifestyle Savings, Wellness support, saving scheme for everyday expenses)
We would be delighted if you joined with us on this journey.
Closing date: 30th August 2026
Shortlisting uses the job description/person specification, please use this when completing the Additional Information to tell us about your skills and experience.
Interview dates: To be confirmed
Paddock School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, expect all staff, and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
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