Teaching Assistant

Salary: £22,996 to £25,068 (Actual annual salary, dependent on experience and qualifications) Position Type: Permanent Full-Time Term Time Only Location: Peartree School Hours: 40 Hours per week Start Date: November 2026 Aurora Peartree is opening its doors in January 2027, and we're looking for a number of dedicated Teaching Assistants to help make this vision a reality. This is a rare opportunity to be part of something truly transformative. Aurora Peartree will be a nurturing, inclusive and ambitious school for children and young people aged 5–19 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. With a capacity of 120 students, our vision is to create a safe, enriching and aspirational environment where every learner can thrive. The role: As a Teaching Assistant, you'll play a vital role in supporting pupils' learning and wellbeing, ensuring every child has the best opportunity to reach their full potential. You'll work closely with the Class Teacher and wider team to create a caring, safe and stimulating environment. Your responsibilities will include: Supporting pupils with learning activities and reinforcing concepts taught by the teacher. Promoting positive behaviour and adapting responses to meet individual needs. Assisting with personal care, including hygiene, dressing and eating when required. Encouraging independence and personal development. Providing feedback on pupil progress, behaviour and wellbeing. Helping prepare resources and contribute to lesson planning and evaluation. Please note that duties will vary and you will be expected to contribute to the overall aims of the school when required. Please see the link at the bottom of the page for the full job description. About You: We're looking for someone with: Essential Qualifications GCSE Maths and English (minimum Functional Skills Level 2). Level 2 Award in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (or willingness to work towards). Essential Skills