Are you a compassionate, adaptable person who believes every learner deserves to be heard, valued, and able to flourish?

We are seeking an exceptional professional to join our supportive and friendly team as a Teaching Assistant. This is a wonderful opportunity to play a central role in a specialist independent school where relationships, wellbeing, and learner voice are at the heart of everything we do.

Our school provides a nurturing, inclusive environment for learners with additional needs. We are proud of our child-centred approach and our commitment to ensuring that every decision we make puts learners first.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support high-quality SEND provision across the school

• Champion inclusive practice so that all learners can thrive

• Contribute to a strong culture of safeguarding, vigilance, and care

• Work closely with teachers, families, and external professionals

• Support learners’ individual needs through guidance, encouragement, and practical assistance

• Help ensure learner wellbeing, voice, and personal development remain central to school life

We are looking for someone who is:

• Kind, patient, understanding, and highly empathetic

• Adaptable and solution-focused in their approach

• Committed to putting learners at the heart of every decision

• An excellent communicator and supportive team member

• Experienced in working with children and young people with SEND (or keen to develop in this area)

• Passionate about creating environments where young people feel safe, heard, and empowered

What we offer

• A welcoming, supportive, and friendly staff team

• A strong culture of collaboration and care

• A comprehensive wellbeing package for staff

• High-quality professional development opportunities

• The chance to make a genuine difference in a specialist setting where your work truly matters

If you are looking for a role where you can lead with compassion, make meaningful impact, and be part of a school community that values both staff and learners, we would love to hear from you.

Come and help us ensure every learner flourishes and every voice is heard.