This is a term-time Teaching Assistant post in the specialist SEND team at The Misbourne, an 11-18 academy. The role centres on helping students with special educational needs and disabilities engage with learning, both in lessons alongside subject teachers and in small-group or one-to-one sessions. Working days can be arranged with considerable flexibility, and the post includes a range of staff benefits. Visa sponsorship is not available, and the start is expected as soon as possible, around November or December 2026.
What the job involves
- Work with subject teachers to support students' progress in individual subjects
- Support individual students and small groups to reinforce learning in class and one-to-one
- Help students engage with learning, build confidence and progress across the curriculum
- Act as a positive role model, socially and academically
- Foster and develop positive relationships with staff and peers
- Be flexible to meet the daily needs of the SEND department
- Identify personal training needs and attend internal and external training
- Maintain records, carry out assessment and evaluate students' needs
- Ensure inclusive practice and equality of opportunity for all
Qualifications
- GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths
- Further education relating to learning and development needs for SEND students
Experience
- Relevant experience working with young people
- Previous Teaching Assistant or similar educational support experience
Skills & knowledge
- Patient and adaptable, with the ability to build positive relationships with students and staff
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Commitment to supporting the academic and personal development of young people
- Passion for the importance of learning
Nice to have
- Experience within a secondary school setting
What’s offered
- Pension scheme
- Two-week October half-term break
- Flexible working around working days
- Annual personal Headspace Day taken in term time
- Access to the on-site fitness suite, subject to opening hours
- Free on-site parking
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Training and development opportunities
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
