Are you passionate about making a real difference in children's lives? Do you want to be part of a supportive, inclusive school where every child is encouraged to thrive?

We're looking for a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join our team at Woodlands School, where you'll play a vital role in helping pupils reach their full potential in a safe, nurturing environment.

💡 About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you'll work closely with teachers and the wider team to support pupils both in their learning and personal development. This is a rewarding, varied role where no two days are the same - perfect for someone who is patient, proactive, and committed to putting children first.

You'll support pupils with a range of needs, helping them build confidence, independence and positive relationships, while ensuring their wellbeing is always at the heart of everything you do.

✨ What You'll Be Doing

🧡 Supporting Pupils

• Build positive, trusting relationships to help pupils feel safe and engaged
• Support behaviour, emotional wellbeing, and social development
• Assist with personal care when required, including hygiene and mealtime support
• Promote independence, inclusion, and high expectations for all learners

📚 Supporting Learning

• Assist teachers in delivering engaging, tailored learning activities
• Reinforce key concepts and provide additional explanation where needed
• Prepare learning resources and adapt activities to suit individual needs

📈 Monitoring Progress

• Provide feedback on pupil behaviour, progress, and engagement
• Help track learning and contribute to assessment records
• Work collaboratively with teachers, parents/carers, and external professionals

🤝 Being Part of the Team

• Work closely with colleagues to deliver a broad and balanced curriculum
• Take part in training, development, and school activities
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive school community

🧠 What We're Looking For

We're seeking someone who:

• Has a genuine passion for supporting children, particularly those with SEND
• Is patient, resilient, and adaptable
• Can work independently and as part of a team
• Has good communication, literacy, numeracy and ICT skills
• Is creative, positive and solution-focused in meeting pupils' needs

Experience in an educational or care setting is desirable, but not essential - we value attitude and commitment just as much as experience.

✅ Requirements

• Right to work in the UK
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

🌈 Why Join Us?

At The Aurora Group, we are committed to creating an environment where both pupils and staff can flourish. You'll benefit from:

• Ongoing training and professional development
• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunities to grow your career
• The chance to make a genuine, lasting impact every day

How to Apply: 

For candidates that haven't worked in this sector before please be aware that for regulatory reasons the application process is far more detailed and thorough compared to other sectors.

Please complete the online application form in full, including all employment and education details, and provide a personal statement that makes us keen to speak to you.

If you need any assistance or would like any more information, please contact Betsy in the Aurora Group Recruitment Team at betsy.walley@theauroragroup.co.uk

Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks including an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Aurora Group is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

The Aurora Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young adults in our care and is a disability confident and equal opportunities employer.

This advert could be taken down at any point in time without prior notice if the position is filled.

Please note that candidates that are shortlisted might be subject to an online search.