SEN TA

Smallest contributions often make the biggest difference - Join us in supporting students as an SEN Teaching Assistant at Linwood School!

Are you passionate about providing the support young adults need to thrive on their own?

Linwood School is on the lookout for passionate, energetic, and compassionate Teaching Assistants to join our amazing team working with post-16 students. Your role? To inspire, empower, and equip them with the life skills they need to confidently step into adulthood and live independently!

What's the Role About?

At Linwood, we believe every student deserves a bright future. You'll be right there alongside our students, helping them unlock their potential and develop essential skills for life beyond the classroom - from managing daily routines to building self-confidence and independence.
Here's What We're Looking For:

• Knowledge of Safeguarding and Child Protection - we put our students' well-being first!
• Quick-thinking and adaptable - no two days are the same, and you thrive on the challenge!
• Natural relationship builder - you create meaningful connections with students, staff, and families that help everyone grow.
• A passionate advocate for independence - help our students develop the life skills they need to live confidently on their own.
• Observational skills to track student progress, and the ability to provide insightful written and verbal feedback.
• A commitment to high standards and continuous improvement - you're always striving to be the best you can be.
• A hunger for personal development - take advantage of endless opportunities to learn and grow with a supportive team.
• A reflective mindset - you love learning from constructive feedback to better support our students.

What's in It for You?

• Competitive pay: £14.61 - £15.38 per hour (BCP Spine Points 5-6), with an annual salary range of £23,500 - £23,893.
• Career progression that actually happens! From Teaching Assistant to Specialist Provision Teaching Assistant, and Higher-Level Teaching Assistant - some of our team members even become teachers! We're committed to your growth.
• A supportive, inclusive workplace - Linwood School values diversity and fosters a welcoming, respectful environment where everyone feels like part of the family.

Why Linwood School?

At Linwood, we're more than just a school - we're a family. We support our students as they take steps toward independence, guiding them through their journey with care, encouragement, and practical life skills. We also support our staff, ensuring you have all the tools, training, and career opportunities to excel and grow in your role.

If you're excited to be part of a team that's truly changing lives, if you're ready to make a difference, and if you're passionate about helping young adults develop the skills to live independently - then we want YOU!
Submit your application today and embark on your journey with Linwood School!