Teaching Assistant in Horsham

A local specialist education provider is now seeking a patient and compassionate person to join their team as a Teaching Assistant.

This campus offers a dedicated, bright and fun learning environment for children and young people with a broad range of specialist needs – including medical, sensory and communication – to thrive across their full education journey.

You’ll support teachers in maintaining an engaging classroom and help students to access and enjoy learning materials/opportunities as fully and independently as possible.

You will be fully trained and supported to carry out your duties, with a clear pathway for professional development, in a positive and person-centred setting.

Due to the nature of the role, there will be aspects of personal care included in your daily tasks.

This is a permanent position for a Teaching Assistant.

(39 weeks per year, 40h per week).

Part-time hours may be considered.

Person specification

• (Desirable) Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or Support Worker
• (Desirable) Experience working within a school and/or college
• (Desirable) Experience working with children and young people across a range of ages
• (Desirable) Experience working with people who are autistic / require specialist support such as for communication needs

Benefits and enhancements include (pro rata for TTO)

• Comprehensive induction programme and great further learning and development support
• Access to varied discounts and offers through the Blue Light Card and a dedicated benefits platform
• Employee Assistance Programme plus additional health and wellbeing tools, such as online GP services, counselling, financial advice and more
• Health Cash Plan
• Life Assurance cover
• Cycle-to-Work scheme
• And more!