Teaching Assistant

Position:
Teaching assistant (SEMH school)

Location:

Great Dunmow, Essex

Hours:

40 hours per week, term time, permanent position

Salary Details: £22,478.40 per annum.

You will play a crucial role in shaping young minds under the expert guidance of our dedicated teachers. You will assist in creating an inspiring and organised classroom environment, ensuring every student feels included and has the opportunity to excel.

Cambian Great Dunmow School is an small independent specialist provision that provides relevant, positive and high-quality education experiences and support for children and young people aged 11 to 19 with ongoing social, emotional and mental health difficulties with associated complex needs.

• Assisting students in their educational and social development.
• Providing support inside and outside of the classroom, so they can fully engage in a wide range of activities.
• Helping to set up activities for students, using technology or adjusting the environment to suit their needs.
• Supporting teachers, engaging with students, providing learning support, and reacting to situations in the classroom in a positive, non‑disruptive manner.
• Working 1:1 or 2:1 with some students, to give them the time and support they need to learn.

• Competitive salary.
• Opportunity to progress in your career.
• Training opportunities either face‑to‑face or online.
• Wellbeing – Your wellbeing matters to us, and we are committed to ensuring you get all the support you need.
• You will be part of a dedicated team of professionals who will offer clear guidance and mentor you in this role.
• Supportive management and senior leads.
• We offer full induction, paid for DBS, friendly family atmosphere and the opportunity to progress with one of the UK’s biggest care providers.

Cambian is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Cambian is committed to Safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks.

Cambian will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates as part of a safeguarding check. The search will be based solely on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. Care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination.