At a Glance
- Tasks: Support teaching and learning for children with special educational needs in a nurturing environment.
- Company: Compass Community School, dedicated to providing therapeutic education.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, extensive training, and career growth opportunities.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to inclusion and safeguarding.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and a passion for supporting children.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
About The Role
Compass Community School Pinetree Park is an independent specialist school in Lewes providing high‑quality, therapeutic education for pupils aged 10‑19 with social, emotional, mental health and additional special educational needs. We are seeking Teaching Assistants who can support children with complex and challenging behaviours and work closely with teachers and therapists to create a safe and inclusive environment.
Responsibilities
- Support teaching and learning.
- Work with children 1:1 or in small groups.
- 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.
- Ensure children are safe during heightened behaviours and use strong behaviour‑management skills and excellent communication.
- Create, play and teach games to develop social skills or further learning.
- Create engaging 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
- 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.
- Opportunity to grow within a national organisation with leadership pathways.
- Flexible pension scheme.
- Regular therapeutic and supportive supervision.
- Employee benefit service with access to wellbeing services and salary‑sacrifice schemes.
Safeguarding
Compass Community Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All staff must hold or be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS check and undergo due diligence checks on social media use. Staff must familiarise themselves with the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and act accordingly.
Equal Opportunity
Compass is an equal‑opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We value employees with diverse backgrounds, cultures, perspectives and experiences to support our children and young people.
