Relief Teaching Assistant; Grade 2

Greenacre School, one of the UK's largest special schools for pupils aged 3 to 19 with severe and complex learning disabilities, is recruiting casual relief Teaching Assistants. Working under a teacher's guidance, the role supports pupils academically and personally, including 1-1 and group work, reading, messy play and personal care. Availability is flexible and covers regular, ad hoc and cover shifts, with a minimum of two weeks' availability required.

Visa sponsorship is not available.

• Support children in class with reading, visual learning and messy play
• Give 1-1 and group support to pupils who need extra help
• Provide personal care to pupils
• Complete pupil record plans
• Prepare the classroom for lessons
• Provide regular and ad hoc support across the school
• Cover for full-time staff

• GCSE Maths and English, or a good level of numeracy and literacy

• Experience of, or interest in, working with children or young people with SEN or SEND needs

• Ability to relate to children and young people and build positive relationships
• Patience, understanding and a willingness to learn
• Drive to help pupils thrive

• Enhanced DBS check
• Safer recruitment checks in line with KCSiE, including appropriate references

• Availability for a minimum of two weeks
• Willingness to attend appropriate training

• Flexible casual contract, with all availability considered
• High quality personalised training
• Supportive team
• Pay monthly on the 15th on receipt of timesheet