Wyvern Academy is recruiting a part-time teaching assistant on a term-time basis, working 30.75 hours across the week. The role centres on supporting pupils one-to-one and in small groups, with a focus on communication, sensory and behavioural needs, plus personal care delivered with dignity. Days follow a set timetable with a later finish on Wednesdays, and the post suits someone with patience and a calm manner when plans change. Visa sponsorship is not available, and the post can start as soon as possible.
What the job involves
- Support pupils individually, often one-to-one and sometimes in small groups
- Deliver personalised learning for pupils with communication, sensory or behavioural needs
- Help pupils manage strong emotions, sensory needs and overwhelm calmly, safely and with compassion
- Create a supportive, predictable environment where pupils feel safe to try and grow
- Keep the day running smoothly when plans change
- Celebrate each pupil's progress, however small
- Work closely with teachers, therapists and colleagues on each pupil's programme of learning and care
- Provide personal care with dignity and respect, after full training
- Bring creativity into lessons through sensory activities, structured play, music and humour
What’s required
Skills & knowledge
- Patience, calm and steadiness in loud, unpredictable or emotionally demanding situations
- Kindness and the ability to offer reassurance during difficult moments
- Resilience, compassion and willingness to learn
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Ability to adapt when plans change
- Ability to work as part of a team, value honesty and cope with tough moments
Nice to have
- Experience working with children or young people
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
