Teaching Assistant – Make a Real Difference Every Day! 

Are you looking for a change – something different – where every day you make a difference to young people's lives?

Join Allerthorpe school, our independent day school dedicated to supporting secondary learners aged 11-16, including those with moderate learning difficulties, ASD, and SEMH needs.

We pride ourselves on creating a nurturing, child-focused environment with small classes of just 6 or 8 learners, ensuring every learner receives the attention they deserve.

Our approach is innovative and refreshing, combining forest school, outdoor learning, and community visits with inventive, out-of-the-box activities that make learning in Maths and English exciting and meaningful.

Why Join Us?

•We have a state-of-the-art, calm, low-stimulation setting in a brand-new environment which has been built with the learner in mind.

•Amazing benefits and a high-quality wellbeing package for staff.

•Outstanding career pathways – we invest in your future with opportunities to grow across the Melrose Education company.

•We are not an academy or trust – we value individuality and creativity.

•Company competitive salary and pension scheme for independent schools.

Be part of a committed team where you are appreciated every day.

Whether you have experience or will be new to education, if you are:

•             Passionate about making a difference

•             Creative and adaptable

•             Flexible and understanding

•             Ready to support learners in a nurturing environment in and out of the classroom

•             Able to work one-to-one or in a small team

•             Further your own learning and experience in SEND Skills

…we’d love to hear from you!

Your Role As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll:

•             Support learners with SEND and SEMH needs.

•             Help deliver engaging, hands-on learning activities.

•             Foster a calm, positive atmosphere where every child can thrive.

•             Work one-on-one with learners to further their education and interests

•             Care for and support each learner in school

•             Be part of a friendly, supportive and sometimes challenging environment

Fulfilling. Rewarding. Life-changing. Apply today and start your journey with us!

To find out more information, contact Sarah Grove (Principal) at sgrove@allerthorpeschool.com

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of every learner, and we expect our staff to share in this commitment. The successful applicant will require an enhanced DBS check. Please note that references, safeguarding declarations, and social media checks will be secured before the interview.