Specialist Support Assistant (SSA)

Job Summary

Due to expansion of numbers, Talbot House Children’s Charity are looking to recruit Specialist Support Assistants (SSAs) to work in our Non‑Maintained Specialist School.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide specialist support to pupils ranging from Reception to Key Stage 4, with complex needs including SEMH, ASD, ADHD, trauma and attachment. Some pupils may have multiple needs and class sizes rarely exceed six pupils.

Hours of Work

Term time only: Monday to Thursday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm; 8:00 am to 3:00 pm on Friday. Alternatively, Monday to Thursday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm; 8:30 am to 3:30 pm on Friday. Total 39 hours per week, including paid lunch periods.

Salary

£26,321.82 per annum (paid over 52 weeks, no pro‑rata).

Benefits

• Receive death in service benefit, equal to 4× basic salary.
• Receive many additional benefits such as Employer Assistance Programme (EAP), GP and physio access and more.
• Option to join the Charity’s competitive pension scheme, matching contributions up to 6.75 %.
• Work in a bright and modern environment with ample parking and grounds.
• Be provided with meals while at work and added to the DBS update service (paid by the Charity).
• Be offered opportunities to undertake training and gain qualifications relevant to the role.
• Paid membership to Blue Light and to Charity Workers Discount.

Closing Date

Midnight, Sunday, 21 June 2026 (the vacancy may be shortlisted, interviewed, or closed early).

Contact

Email: hr@talbothousecc.org.uk

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