At a Glance
- Tasks: Support pupils with SEND, assist in lesson delivery, and manage classroom activities.
- Company: Join a dedicated team focused on inclusive education and pupil wellbeing.
- Benefits: Enjoy excellent CPD, healthcare plans, and a Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Other info: Collaborate with teachers, parents, and external professionals in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a significant impact on pupils' development and engagement in learning.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and adaptability are essential for this role.
The predicted salary is between 31650 - 33483 £ per year.
We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Teaching Assistant to support pupils with diverse and complex learning needs. Working under the direction of teaching staff, you will provide in‑classroom support, contribute to a positive and inclusive learning environment, and assist in managing pupils, resources, and classroom activities.
You will play a key role in supporting pupils with SEND, including implementing specialist programmes (e.g., speech and language, occupational therapy, and behaviour plans), promoting independence, and encouraging engagement in learning. You will also assist with lesson delivery, monitor progress, and provide feedback to teaching staff.
The role includes planning and delivering targeted learning activities for individuals and small groups, supporting behaviour management, and occasionally supervising whole classes during short‑term teacher absence. You will collaborate closely with teachers, parents, and external professionals, contribute to record‑keeping and assessment, and support wider school activities such as trips, meetings, and extracurricular provision.
This is a varied role requiring strong communication skills, adaptability, and a commitment to supporting pupils’ development, wellbeing, and inclusion.
Benefits
- Enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Excellent Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
- A strong and caring ethos among staff and students
- Networking opportunities across our trust
- Salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme
- Healthcare plan through Medicash
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme providing emotional, financial and legal support
- Health and Wellbeing through Medicash with access to a 24/7 Telephone Support Service and Face to Face counselling service
Teaching Assistant Level 3 in Whitefield employer: Elms Bank
This school offers a strong and caring ethos among staff and students, promoting a positive learning environment. Located within a supportive trust, it provides excellent networking opportunities and continuous professional development. Employees benefit from a comprehensive healthcare plan and a Local Government Pension Scheme.
