Support Assistant

Are you passionate about supporting children with special needs and making a positive impact on their education? A well-established special needs school in Tunbridge Wells are looking for a compassionate and dedicated Support Assistant to join their team. This is a full-time/part-time, rewarding role with no previous experience required.

Role: Support assistant

Location: Tunbridge Wells

Contract Type: Full-Time, part-time

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Key Responsibilities as a Support Assistant:

• Support students with special educational needs in the classroom
• Assist with delivering personalised learning plans and activities
• Provide one-on-one support to students, helping them engage with their lessons
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment
• Work closely with teachers and other staff to ensure students' individual needs are met
• Encourage independence, social skills, and emotional development

What we are looking for:

• A caring, patient, and empathetic nature
• A passion for working with children and helping them reach their potential
• A willingness to learn and develop new skills
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Full training and ongoing professional development
• A supportive and friendly team environment
• Opportunities for career progression within the school
• Pension (optional)
• An experienced, dedicated consultant with an out of hours service line
• Refer a friend and earn £75 for Nursery/TA & £125 Qualified Teacher
• Rewarding role with the chance to make a real difference in students' lives

If you are looking to start a rewarding career in education and make a positive difference in the lives of students with special needs, we would love to hear from you!

*Alternatively, if this job is not for you then please still get in touch with us for other roles or refer it to a friend who might be interested in this role!*

Term Time Teachers are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all applicants will be subject to a full face-to-face registration and an Enhanced DBS (Formerly known as CRB).