SEND Teaching Assistant

Five Education is seeking a compassionate, patient, and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a well-resourced school in Oxford. This rewarding role involves supporting students with a range of additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, speech and language difficulties, and physical disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored 1:1 and small-group support in line with individual learning needs and EHCP targets.
• Adapt learning materials and classroom approaches to suit a variety of learning styles and developmental needs.
• Support students in developing communication skills, emotional regulation, confidence, and independence.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and the SENDCo to implement effective support strategies and encourage student progress.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment throughout the school day.
• Supervise students during break and lunch times, ensuring their wellbeing and inclusion.

Requirements

• Previous experience supporting young people with SEND, particularly Autism.
• Confidence in managing challenging behaviour.
• Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship or Skilled Worker visa).
• Held a current DBS check registered on the Update Service, or willingness to apply.
• Ability to provide two recent references (from the last two years).
• Calm, flexible and nurturing approach to supporting students with complex and varied needs.
• Successful applicants will undergo reference checks and TRA checks.

Benefits

• Free specialised training (Team Teach, Makaton, PMLD/SLD Awareness, Autism Awareness, and more).
• Free DBS check (refunded after 20 days of work).
• Friend referral bonus scheme.
• Specialist support / mentoring while working.
• Competitive PAYE payroll including holiday pay (no hidden fees or admin charges).

We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as they are currently under-represented at this level.

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