Student Support Assistant / Teaching Assistant

Job Opportunity: Student Support Assistant / Teaching Assistant

Location: Baldock

Start Date: ASAP

Hours: 8.30 - 16.00

Salary: £105 per day

Contract Type: Temp to permanent contract

About the School:

This is a vibrant and inclusive special school for boys aged 11-16 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. We are proud of our nurturing environment, where every student is supported to thrive both academically and personally. We are looking for a dedicated and passionate Student Support Assistant to join our committed team.

The Role:

As a Teaching Assistant/Student Support Staff member, you'll play a vital role in supporting pupils to engage with learning and thrive. No two days are ever the same - it's a role where patience, positivity and resilience make all the difference.

• Work closely with teachers to support whole-class learning
• Provide one-to-one or small-group support to pupils who need extra help
• Build strong, trusting relationships with students
• Help manage behaviour positively, with full training provided (including Therapeutic Thinking)
• Support pupils' social and emotional development as well as their academic learning

This is a rewarding role where every day is a fresh start and an opportunity to change a young person's future.

We're looking for someone who is:

• Caring, patient and resilient, with a good sense of humour
• Able to remain positive when faced with challenges
• Flexible and adaptable to the needs of the day
• Experienced in working with children or young people (school experience is a bonus but not essential)
• Keen to develop new skills - full training and support will be provided

What We Offer:

• Wellbeing support - including counselling, physiotherapy
• Health and fitness perks - free weekly staff fitness sessions and use of our on-site gym
• Professional development - a dedicated training programme and opportunities to take on more responsibility
• A supportive team - where your work truly makes a difference every single day