At a Glance
- Tasks: Support teaching and learning, manage resources, and engage with children in creative ways.
- Company: Compass Community Schools, dedicated to nurturing diverse talents and promoting inclusion.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, extensive training, small class sizes, and flexible pension options.
- Other info: Join a growing organisation that values skill, effort, and potential.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Good understanding of English and Maths, strong communication, and behaviour management skills.
The predicted salary is between 22000 - 26000 £ per year.
The Role
Teaching Assistants at our school know that no two days are the same and that no two children are the same either. Our children require very special adults who can support children with complex and challenging behaviours. TAs will provide attention, the right communication, consistency, flexibility, and a non‑judgemental approach. They will wear many hats and adapt rapidly.
Key Responsibilities
- Support teaching and learning
- Work with children 1:1 or delivering sessions with small groups
- Manage classroom resources
- Take children on educational trips and visits
- Have their lunch with children who struggle socially
- Have a good basic understanding of English and Maths
- Keep children safe when experiencing heightened behaviours with strong behaviour management skills and excellent communication
- Create, play and teach games to pupils to develop social skills or further learning
- Create displays that support teaching and create an exceptional learning environment
- Celebrate success
- Participate in therapeutic training sessions or reflect on difficult periods
Benefits and Rewards
- The opportunity to develop and grow your career within Compass Community
- Competitive salary
- Extensive training and professional qualification opportunities
- Small class sizes with specialist TA support
- The chance to be part of an expanding national organisation that recognises skill, effort and potential and grows its own leadership teams
- Flexible pension
- Regular therapeutic and supportive supervision
- Employee benefit service with access to wellbeing services and salary sacrifice schemes
Safeguarding
Compass Community Schools are highly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services and undergo due diligence checks on social media use. All school-based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Compass is an equal‑opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. As we continue to grow, we know that we must have the most talented employees with diverse backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and experiences to support our children and young people.
Teaching Assistant in Tipton employer: Community Care Live
Compass Community Schools is an exceptional employer for Teaching Assistants, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With small class sizes and extensive training opportunities, staff can thrive in their roles while making a meaningful impact on the lives of children with complex needs. Located in a nurturing environment, employees benefit from flexible pensions, wellbeing services, and a commitment to safeguarding, ensuring a rewarding and fulfilling career path.
