Teaching Assistant – Make a Real Difference Every Day!

Are you looking for a new opportunity where every day is different, rewarding and truly makes a difference to young people’s lives?

Join TLC – The Learning Centre in Bromley, our independent specialist day school dedicated to supporting secondary learners aged 11–16, including those with SEND, SEMH needs, ASD and moderate learning difficulties.

At TLC, we pride ourselves on creating a nurturing, child-focused environment where learners are supported to feel safe, valued and ready to learn. With small class groups and a highly personalised approach, we ensure every learner receives the care, encouragement and support they need to thrive.

Our approach is creative, flexible and learner-centred. We use engaging, hands-on learning, community-based opportunities and carefully planned support to help learners build confidence, develop skills and achieve their potential in and beyond the classroom.

Why join us?

• A calm, supportive and nurturing school environment

• Small class sizes, allowing you to build strong relationships with learners

• A friendly and committed team who support one another

• Excellent staff benefits and a high-quality wellbeing package

• Strong career pathways and development opportunities across Melrose Education

• A competitive salary and pension scheme for independent schools

• The opportunity to be part of a school where your work is valued every day

Whether you already have experience in education or are looking to start a new career, we would love to hear from you if you are:

• Passionate about making a difference

• Creative, adaptable and flexible

• Patient, understanding and nurturing

• Ready to support learners both in and out of the classroom

• Able to work one-to-one and as part of a small team

• Keen to develop your own skills and experience in SEND and SEMH education

Your role as a Teaching Assistant

As a Teaching Assistant at TLC, you will:

• Support learners with SEND, SEMH and additional needs

• Help deliver engaging and meaningful learning activities

• Support learners to regulate, build confidence and access learning

• Work one-to-one and in small groups with learners

• Help create a calm, positive and safe learning environment

• Support learners’ personal development, independence and wellbeing

• Be part of a friendly, supportive and sometimes challenging school community

This is a fulfilling, rewarding and life-changing role for someone who wants to make a real difference.

Apply today and start your journey with us.

To find out more information, please contact the school.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of every learner, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will require an enhanced DBS check. Please note that references, safeguarding declarations and online/social media checks will be completed as part of our safer recruitment process and before interview.