Teaching Assistant

Do you want to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people with special educational needs?

Do you have access to transport and live within commutable distance to Deal, Kent?

I am seeking a dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistant or Teaching Asssitant to join my client in their supportive and committed team. This is an opportunity to play a vital role in helping pupils overcome barriers to learning, develop positive relationships, and achieve their full potential both academically and personally.

As a Learning Support Assistant or Teaching Asssistant, you will work closely with teachers, therapists, the SENCo, and the wider school team to provide tailored support for pupils with special educational needs. You may work on a one-to-one basis or with small groups, helping to deliver learning programmes and supporting pupils across the curriculum.

You will be instrumental in creating a positive, engaging, and structured learning environment where every pupil feels valued, supported, and able to thrive.

You will be:

• Supporting teaching staff in the delivery of learning programmes and classroom activities.
• Working with individual pupils and small groups to support learning and development.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and helping pupils build successful relationships.
• Assisting with the monitoring and recording of pupil progress.
• Supporting the implementation of behaviour management strategies and pastoral plans.
• Preparing learning resources and maintaining pupil records where required.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists, parents, and external professionals.
• Participating in reviews, parents' evenings, school events, and relevant training opportunities.

I am looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about supporting children and young people with additional needs.
• Patient, resilient, and empathetic.
• Able to build positive and trusting relationships with pupils.
• A strong communicator who works effectively as part of a team.
• Adaptable and proactive in responding to the needs of individual learners.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Previous experience in a school, care, support work, or SEN environment would be advantageous, although candidates with transferable skills and the right attitude will also be considered.

My client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory safeguarding checks.

*Amida Solutions is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and will consider all applicants based on their skills, experience and potential, regardless of background or personal characteristics.