Meridian Business Support are proud to be working with a good Sen School based in Nottingham.  They are looking for suitably experienced and qualified Teaching Assistants to support their children with special educational needs and disabilities. 

Role: Teaching Assistant
Term: Temp to perm 
Salary: £19,186.02 - £22,160.57 depends on experience and qualifications
Location: Nottingham
Start date: 24th February 2025

Are you ready to join a supportive and nurturing community that works together to achieve the very best outcomes for its pupils? If so, our clients school  could be the perfect place for you to develop your career and make a real difference to the lives of children and young people.

About the School
Our partnering clients school offers a safe and supportive environment for pupils from 7 to 18 years old.
With significant investment and an abundance of new resources, the successful applicant will have the opportunity to shape and mould the school to create a supportive environment that promotes self-discipline, and engagement, and inspires learning. Their mission is to provide each pupil with a diverse and appropriate education that encourages aspiration and achievement.

Role responsibilities

Dedicated to mentoring and supporting one pupil or else a small group of no more than six pupils
Supporting the Classroom Teacher during lessons
Reporting on pupils' progress and concerns, and liaising with other School staff to ensure pupils needs are met
Supervision of pupils during non-classroom time including extra-curricular activities and school trips
Assisting with lesson planning and classroom preparation
Setting work where appropriate, and marking
Building positive relationships with your pupil/s and driving interaction and positive learning outcomes Requirements

Have a strong basic education, ideally to A-level, with a minimum of GCSE Grade C or equivalent in English Language and Mathematics, and sound IT skills.
Previous experience in a similar role ie, Teaching Assistant
Some previous experience of working with pupils with SEMH within an Educational setting
Be experienced and confident enough to take additional responsibility in an area of school ie, Food Hygiene, Forest School, Lunchtimes, School Yoga etc..
Experience of behaviour management and techniques
Committed to professional development and willing to learn
Must have an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) on the update service
Able to start as soon as possible What they offer

A workplace that values the emotional health and wellbeing of everybody 
A commitment to support your development in acquiring new skills through a wide range of professional opportunities
An opportunity to make a huge contribution to the lives and lifelong learning of vulnerable children who deserve high quality teaching in a safe educational provision
A friendly and inclusive team who are passionate about improving pupil outcomes Interested and feel you can make a difference to children's learning and development? then attach your CV now to avoid disappointment. or email (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for further info