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SEN Teaching Assistant - Penkridge
Teaching Assistant – One to One Support (12-Month Fixed Term Contract)
Post: Teaching Assistant (Focused on Individual Student Support)
Reporting to: Head Teacher
Job Purpose
To provide comprehensive support for the teaching, learning, and general well-being of individual student(s) while working under the guidance of the head teacher, SENCO, and class teachers.
Location: Based near Penkridge (ST18), Stafford
About Longridge School
Longridge School is an independent, New Reflexions day school specialising in supporting young people with:
- Autism
- Moderate learning disabilities
- Complex emotional and behavioural difficulties
Serving students aged 7 to 18, our school operates on the principles of campus-style education, fostering a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment.
About the Role
Welfare Commitment: The safeguarding of children and young people is paramount at Longridge School. Every employee and volunteer is expected to adhere to our rigorous safeguarding policies and procedures. This role falls under an enhanced DBS check, requiring all applicants to disclose any criminal records.
Duties
Teaching & Learning Support
- Assist in the educational and social development of assigned student(s) under the direction of Head Teacher, SENCO, and class teachers.
- Collaborate in implementing student-specific Education Programmes, while monitoring progress and providing tailored support.
- Offer one-to-one in-classroom and out-of-classroom support to ensure full student participation, promoting inclusion and independence.
- Work closely with multi-disciplinary professionals as needed.
- Help maintain student records, including assessments and progress logs.
- Build strong therapeutic relationships with student(s) who may have conditions like:
- Autism
- ADHD
- Moderate to severe learning disabilities
- Speech and language challenges
- Encourage social interaction, engagement, and positive behaviour through personalised, nurturing strategies.
- Guide and mentor students towards self-confidence, independence, and behaviour expectations, applying trained therapeutic interventions when necessary.
- Supervise student(s) outside lesson times—including during trips, excursions, and out-of-school activities.
- Support students in the home setting (when required).
- Provide relevant feedback on progress and achievement under teacher guidance.
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Administrative Duties
- Assemble and curate displays of student work to celebrate learning.
- Assist class teachers with photocopying, resource organisation, and additional administrative tasks to support teaching efficiency.
- Invigilate public examinations as required.
- Maintain and prepare equipment and classroom resources to facilitate lesson plans.
- Undertake other duties essential to the smooth operation of the school.
Standards & Quality Assurance
- Adhere to New Reflexions and School policies, including safeguarding protocols.
- Reflect and embody the ethos and values of Longridge School.
- Foster a culture of vigilance regarding safeguarding and report any concerns immediately to the designated safeguarding lead.
- Set an example in personal conduct (punctuality, attendance, appearance).
- Attend team and staff meetings as required.
- Comply with school-wide health and safety protocols, ensuring proactive student, colleague, and stakeholder wellbeing.
- Pursue professional development through school-mandated training programs, workshops, and supported CPD activities.
- Support all students holistically, maximising opportunities for their academic, emotional, and personal development.
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Benefits
- Free access to five holiday caravans across the UK for personal use.
- Fully funded DBS checks.
- Refer a Friend Scheme: Earn £500 per referral or £1,000 for a qualified referral (awarded to referrer).
- Confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for mental health and wellbeing support.
- Blue Light discount card offering discounts nationwide.
- Bike-to-Work and Electric Vehicle Scheme.
- Full employer pension contribution (supports workforce investment).
- Access to The Training Hub, an online learning platform with 800 care-specific courses, all CPD accredited and certificated to support career and skill development.
Preferred but not mandatory:
- Longridge School would appreciate applicants holding a full UK driving licence, as transportation support continues to be a key function of the role.
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