Learning & Pastoral Support Teaching Assistant

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We are looking for a dedicated Learning and Pastoral Support Teaching Assistant to join our specialist team. If you want a hands-on role where you can help young people with SEMH, Autism, and ADHD thrive in a supportive, structured environment, this is your chance to make a lasting impact.

The Details

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 to 16:30
Enjoy every school holiday off with term time only working

What You Will Be Doing

Supporting students in small, focused class settings with both learning and pastoral care
Using Trauma-Informed Practice and tailored activities to help students build independence
Working alongside teachers on EHCP and IEP plans while tracking student progress
Fostering a safe, positive environment using restorative behaviour frameworks

What You Need

GCSE Maths and English at Grade C/5 or Level 2 equivalent
Proven experience supporting SEND or SEMH needs
3 to 6 months of experience in an educational setting working with challenging behaviours
A proactive, dedicated attitude and a genuine commitment to student welfare
Right to work in the UK (we are unable to offer sponsorship)
Willingness to complete a full enhanced DBS check

Bonus Points If You Have

Background experience in counselling, psychology-based settings, or foster care
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Reliable access to public transport or your own vehicle

What You Get

A balanced work schedule with term-time hours
Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme covering counselling, legal, and financial guidance
Full support from Occupational Health services

experience

Non Teaching

skills

ability to track progression in attainment,background in youth work,behaviour management,building relationships,classroom management,communication,de-escalation techniques,empathy,experience in administering medication,experience in managing challenging behaviour,experience with autism spectrum disorders,experience with learning difficulties,experience with social emotional mental health,inclusiveness,manual handling,marking,mentor experience,personal care experience,planning,resilience,restraint training,speech and language therapy experience

qualifications

CACHE level 1 or 2,CACHE level 2 or 3,early childhood studies degree,health and social care experience,health and social care qualifications (NVQ),HLTA,HLTA,NVQ level 2,NVQ level 3,NVQ level 4