Location
Uxbridge

Hours
Full Time (hours not specified)

Salary
£24,246 per annum

About the Role
Are you passionate about supporting young minds and making a real difference in the classroom? We’re looking for a dedicated, energetic, and caring Teaching Assistant to join our fantastic team! You will support teachers in delivering engaging lessons, provide in-class support for individual students and small groups, and help create a fun, positive, and inclusive learning environment. Additionally, you will develop and implement bespoke interventions for students in partnership with teaching staff.

When you join Kedleston Group, you can be certain that your work will have purpose and meaning. You will be part of a supportive and friendly school community that values your hard work and dedication. We are committed to ensuring you feel supported both professionally and personally so that you are in the best position to make the most impact for the children in our care.

Our specialist multi-disciplinary team of leaders, carers, therapists, and educationalists work seamlessly together to teach and proactively support pupils who have experienced adverse childhood experiences, including trauma, toxic stress, and associated mental wellbeing difficulties. Children and young people may also come to us challenged by ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, or moderate and specific learning difficulties.

High Peak School, part of Kedleston Group, specialises in providing education and care for children aged 7-19 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), including autistic spectrum condition (ASC), ADHD, and social emotional and mental health needs (SEMH).

Benefits
Access to health and well-being programmes including a free and confidential 24/7 helpline and counselling service
Discounts on retail, travel, and leisure through our benefits platform
Cycle to work scheme
Generous life cover

Experience
Experience working with SEN children in an educational setting is required.

About you
A team player who will uphold the mission, values, and goals of High Peak School.
A can-do attitude.
Great communication and interpersonal skills.
A passion for education and helping students thrive.

Qualifications
Not explicitly stated, but relevant experience with SEN children and a commitment to ongoing development are essential.

Additional Information
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and expect all colleagues to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.
We are a disability confident committed and equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community.