At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with Special Education Needs in a fun and engaging way.
- Company: Five Education, a supportive and inclusive special school.
- Benefits: Free specialised training, DBS refund, and mentoring support.
- Other info: Flexible hours, great team culture, and opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Kind, patient, and resilient individuals; experience in youth work is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 23000 - 27000 £ per year.
Five Education are recruiting a Teaching Assistant for a special school in Calne. The role is to support identified pupils with Special Education Needs (SEN) and/or mental health challenges. This work will be supporting pupils 1:1 or in small groups. Previous experience in supporting individuals with SEND such as Autism and an ability to manage challenging behaviour is desirable. The right person for this role will be kind, compassionate, patient and resilient.
The role will involve:
- Supporting students both 1:1 and in small groups by making the curriculum accessible and fun
- Always ensuring the safety and well-being of students including at break and lunch times
- Helping students to develop social skills and self-regulation skills
- Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCo and other staff members to address the individual needs of students
Who We're Looking For:
- Emotionally resilient and able to stay calm in challenging situations
- Strong communicator with a positive and proactive mindset
- Able to build rapport with young people, particularly those who may struggle to trust adults
- Previous experience isn't essential, but backgrounds in youth work, care, mental health, sport, or support work are valuable
Essential requirements:
- Right to work in the UK - we are unable to offer Sponsorship or accept Skilled Worker visas.
- Full time availability (Monday to Friday 8:30-3:30)
- Able to provide two recent references (from the last two years).
- Hold a current DBS check registered on the Update Service, or be willing to apply for one*
*Please note, if you do not have a Non-Voluntary Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, we will need to help you process a new one at a cost of £62.70. This will be refunded after 20 days of work with us.
What can Five Education offer you?
- Free specialised training in areas such as Team Teach, Makaton, PMLD/SLD Awareness, Autism Awareness, and more
- Free DBS (refunded when you work 20 days)
- Recommending a friend bonus scheme
- Specialist support/mentoring while you are working
If you think this could be a job for you, please get in touch to find out more from Joseph. We are always available for an informal chat if you want to find out more about whether this role is suited to you.
Pay: Five Education operates a PAYE payroll; this is the most transparent way to be paid with no hidden fees such as admin fee or employer's NI. Please note pay rate is for illustration and does include holiday pay.
Vetting: Five Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of the staff we employ to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo checks including reference checks, TRA checks and will need to have a DBS; there will also be an interview.
We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as they are currently under-represented at this level.
Teaching assistant (SEND) in Calne employer: Five Education
Five Education is an excellent employer, offering a nurturing work environment in a supportive primary school setting in North Bristol. With a strong commitment to professional development, employees benefit from free training and opportunities for growth, while the inclusive culture fosters collaboration and innovation in supporting pupils with additional needs. The provision of a DBS refund after 20 days further demonstrates our dedication to valuing our staff and ensuring they feel supported in their roles.
