Teaching Assistant
6 days ago
Mitcham
Inspire Partnerships Role: Teaching Assistant Pay: £95–£220 per dayLocation: Mitcham Job Type: Full-time About the Role You will work as part of a supportive team to provide high-quality classroom, small-group, and 1:1 support. Our SEN provision includes 10–11 high-needs pupils, and we require TAs who are confident, proactive, and able to adapt quickly. Responsibilities include: * Supporting pupils with a range of SEN needs, including ASD, ADHD, speech and language needs, and social/emotional challenges. * Working with children from vulnerable home environments and supporting those who may have experienced trauma or instability. * Assisting with behaviour regulation using calm, consistent, and positive strategies. * Supporting class teachers across EYFS, KS1, and KS2, with particular emphasis on upper KS2 behaviour management. * Covering classes when required. * Contributing to a safe, nurturing, and inclusive school culture. * Completing a short SATs-style assessment as part of the recruitment process (Canterbury Road site requirement) Staffing Needs * Mainly looking for TAs * Key stage 1 &2, strong behaviour management, positive, friendly, confident * Occasional need for Reception TAs * Open to H?LTAs * Possible upcoming maternity cover * TA's start dates still TBC Key Requirements * Staff must show initiative and be proactive * SEN provision requires experienced, capable TAs * Strong behaviour management, in either Key Stage 1&2 * Experience supporting SEN pupils and confidence working with high-needs children. * The ability to work with vulnerable families and manage challenging parental interactions professionally. * We welcome applications from unqualified TAs with strong potential, as well as HLTAs. How to Apply Please send your CV and a short supporting statement/cover letter. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.