Specialist Teaching Assistant

Greater London

Specialist Teaching Assistant

Specific Hours: 37.5 hours per week full time, Monday to Friday - 09:00 - 17:00

Salary: £29,560 - £31,284 (dependent on experience) pro rata for part time hours

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Specialist Teaching Assistant to join our Client's School Team. This role will require the successful candidate to provide high-quality support for children with severe learning difficulties (SLD), profound and multiple learning difficulties (PMLD) and complex therapeutic, medical and health needs, placing their quality of life at the centre of what we do.

Role Requirements

Under direction from the teacher, and with support from the class team, you will be responsible for the development and education of all pupils in your allocated class.

* Support an integrated and holistic approach to education, health, and care.

* Work under the direct supervision of an allocated teacher

* Support access to learning and provide general support to the teacher in the management of pupils in learning opportunities.

* Provide a high standard of direct care, including personal care.

We are looking for individuals who are:

* Patient and caring.

* Positive and enthusiastic.

* Reliable and organised.

* Comfortable working as part of a multidisciplinary team.

* Committed to supporting pupil progress and wellbeing.

* Willing to learn and undertake ongoing training.

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children's lives while benefiting from:

* Competitive salary.

* Generous annual leave entitlement.

* Structured training and development opportunities.

* Supportive multidisciplinary teams.

* Career progression through enhanced clinical competencies and specialist training.

* A rewarding environment focused on improving outcomes for children and young people.

Please note this position follows a 52-week working pattern, supporting the school’s operations throughout the year rather than term-time only