Senior Teaching Assistant
Listed on 2026-09-21
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Education / Teaching
Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities
Job reference: 006458
Salary: £21,722.23
Department: Education
Hours Per Week: 35
Closing date: 30/09/2026
Job DescriptionExceptional People Deserve Exceptional Staff
About Shaftesbury Statement
Shaftesbury is a disability charity offering care, education, vocational and rehab services. The charity also provides residential care, nursing and supported living.
Within the education sector, Shaftesbury has one school, Shaftesbury Victoria School, and 2 further education colleges, Shaftesbury Millie College and Shaftesbury Nash College. The school is for students aged 3-19, and the colleges are for students aged 16-25. All students have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), as well as physical and/or intellectual disabilities, and some have profound and complex learning needs.
About the Role
We are looking for a dedicated and experienced candidate to, under the direction of a teacher, take responsibility for delegated learning activities. This involves a contribution to the planning and preparation of lessons; delivering learning activities for individuals/groups or whole classroom without the presence of the teacher and monitoring pupils by assessing, recording and reporting on their achievements, progress and development.
This pivotal role ensures the organisation and management of a safe and purposeful learning environment.
You will be responsible for maintaining a safe environment in order to support meaningful learning experiences for students with special needs.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a difference to the lives of our students in helping to provide a variety of daily learning experiences.
The successful candidate will be self-motivated, and empathetic, with a genuine passion for the education of our students You will need a calm and adaptable approach, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. Flexibility and commitment are essential.
Key Responsibilities
Responsibilities include:
To take the lead role in co-ordinating the organisation and management of a safe and purposeful learning environment. Guide the work of the class team, to support teaching and learning in the classroom.
To assume the sole supervision of groups of students within the class, which may include delivering learning abilities, leading class assembles and covering for the whole class in the absence of the teacher.
Work with the teacher to plan the week’s schedule by reviewing the student’s weekly planners, taking in consideration student appointments and objectives, stall numbers, and parental comments.
Please refer to the Job description for further details.
Essential Skills & Qualifications
Diploma Level 3 in Supporting Teaching & Learning (or equivalent with relevant educational content e.g. NVQ 3/or relevant Degree), or willingness to achieve within
1 year of appointment.
Level 1, 2 or equivalent in English, Maths and ICT, or willingness to achieve
Qualified first aider and lifeguard (or willingness to achieve within 6 months of appointment)
Up to date Moving & Handling certificate
Why Join Us?
What you will enjoy:
Make a meaningful impact on the wellbeing and education of our students.
Belong in a passionate and knowledgeable school team in a supportive, inclusive environment.
Work with students with a myriad of needs and abilities.
Safeguarding
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Shaftesbury Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and staff. It is the responsibility of all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check and will follow our rigorous safer recruitment processes.
Equality and Diversity
Shaftesbury is an equal opportunities employer and…
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