Classroom Assistant; SEN

Client:

Camphill Community Glencraig

County Down, United Kingdom

Other

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08.03.2026

22.04.2026

Camphill Community Glencraig is currently recruiting for the following vacancy:
Classroom Assistant (Additional SEN) (26/08/CA/WEB).

Purpose of the Job: Due to the ongoing expansion of our school, we are recruiting for a number of Classroom Assistants (Additional Special Educational Needs) to join an established team, providing the highest possible standard of educational support and care to students with a range of complex special educational needs, and in particular, autism spectrum condition. The post involves supporting our students to engage with the curriculum by participating in meaningful daily activities which nurture well‑being and encourage the development of skills.

As a Classroom Assistant, you will play a vital role in promoting independence and learning within an idyllic natural setting. The role may require an element of personal care and at times the use of redirection or physical intervention as a last resort with those presenting with behaviours of concern.

Closing date: 4pm Monday 16th March 2026 Salary: £22,464 – £24,361 per annum (paid equally over 12 months).

Hours: Monday – Friday 8:30am‑3:30pm, Thursday 8:30am‑2:30pm; 34 hours per week for 49 weeks (3 weeks off duty).

Contract: Permanent

Annual Leave: 55 days: 28 days plus 12 statutory days plus staff benefit from an additional 15 days off duty days.

Note: This role does not meet the criteria set by the UK Home Office for the Tier 2 Health and Social Care Visa.

• Demonstrates Glencraig’s values
• Level 3 qualification (may be waived if the candidate fulfils the knowledge, skills and experience criteria)
• At least six months experience in an educational or caring field
• Team player
• Knowledge, understanding and experience of dealing with behaviours of concern both as an individual and as part of a team

• GCSE English and Mathematics to Grade C or above or equivalent
• Training in Positive Behaviour Support
• Experience in a Camphill School or SEN school setting
• Good awareness and ability in a variety of areas of learning e.g. literacy, numeracy, science, arts and crafts

• Teacher support
• Learning support
• Special Needs
• Working with children
• SEN
• Children with special needs
• Supporting teachers

• Group Life Assurance
• Paid Holidays
• Parking
• Pension Fund