Teaching Assistant/Higher Level Teaching Assistant at TLC the Learning Centre

Expired

Job Reference #

EDV/2026/TLC/43296

Location

Princes Plain, Bromley, Orpington, Kent, BR2 8LD

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Term

Part-Time/Full-Time

Closing Date

Midnight, Fri 27th Mar, 2026

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

About this Role

About Us

We are a small, nurturing Independent Special Educational Needs (SEN) School dedicated to supporting children and young people with a range of additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, communication differences, and social, emotional, or mental health needs (SEMH). Our highly personalised approach, small class sizes, and therapeutic environment allow every learner to feel valued, understood, and supported to achieve their full potential.

We are now seeking a compassionate, committed, and proactive Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and dedicated team.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital part in supporting learners’ learning, independence, and wellbeing throughout the school day. You will work closely with our class teachers, SENCo, and therapeutic staff to deliver high quality, individualised support.

Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting learners 1:1 and in small groups to access learning

Implementing personalised strategies and interventions

Assisting with behaviour regulation using a positive, trauma informed approach

Helping create a safe, calm, and engaging learning environment

Supporting learners with communication, social interaction, and emotional regulation

Contributing to planning and assessment alongside the class teacher

Supervising learners during break, lunch, and transitions

No two days are the same, and you will make a meaningful difference to the lives of our amazing young people.

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

Patient, nurturing, and empathetic

Passionate about supporting young people with SEN

Resilient and able to remain calm under pressure

A strong communicator

Positive, proactive, and willing to learn

A team player with a flexible, can-do approach

Experience working with SEN learners is desirable but not essential—we welcome applicants from a range of backgrounds and equity; diversity and inclusion are one of our core values.

Full training and ongoing professional development are provided.

What We Offer

Small class sizes and a warm, supportive staff team

A school culture built on kindness, respect, and understanding

Tailored professional development

Opportunities to learn from specialist SEN and therapeutic staff

The chance to make a meaningful difference every day

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of every learner and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. For further information about our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy please access this on our website – www.tlcthelearningcentre.co.uk Please note, references, safeguarding declarations, and social media checks will be secured before interview. The online searches do not form part of the shortlisting process, and you will have the opportunity to discuss any issues of concern that may arise from this search at your interview.

We are committed to equal opportunities and have a robust equity, diversity, and inclusion policy supported by school and Company EDI Leads.

This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an Enhanced DBS check including a Children’s Barring List check. If you are barred from working with children, you are breaking the law if you apply for this position.

This position is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 and, therefore, the ability to speak and write fluent English is an essential requirement.