Teaching Assistant

‘Strive Pride Independence Resilience Excellence Support’ ​ As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting pupils both academically and emotionally, helping to create a positive, engaging, and nurturing learning environment where every child can thrive. Working closely with teachers and the wider school team, you will provide support that enables pupils to overcome barriers to learning and develop confidence, independence, and resilience. ​ What You'll Be Doing ​ As a Teaching Assistant, you will: ​ Support pupils in their learning both within the classroom and through individual or small group interventions Assist teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons Help create a safe, positive, and stimulating learning environment Support pupils' social, emotional, and behavioural development Encourage positive relationships and promote pupil wellbeing Work collaboratively with teaching staff and other professionals to meet individual pupil needs Contribute to implementing individual learning and support plans Maintain accurate records where required and support educational reviews Promote positive behaviour through a nurturing and trauma-informed approach ​ This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people by helping them develop the skills, confidence, and resilience they need to succeed. ​ About The Spires School ​ The Spires School is committed to delivering high-quality education within a supportive and nurturing environment. We understand that every child is unique and strive to provide personalised learning experiences that help pupils achieve positive outcomes academically, socially, and emotionally. ​ Our approach focuses on building positive relationships, understanding individual needs, and creating opportunities for every young person to reach their full potential. ​ Your Development ​ At Five Rivers, we are committed to investing in our people and supporting professional growth through: ​ High-quality training and development opportunities Regular supervision and support Access to specialist educational training Opportunities to contribute to school development initiatives Career progression pathways across the organisation Hours ​ Full Time ​ Monday: 8:30am – 4:30pm Tuesday: 8:30am – 4:30pm Wednesday: 8:30am – 5:00pm Thursday: 8:30am – 4:30pm Friday: 8:30am – 4:00pm ​ Total Weekly Hours: 39.5 ​ Why Join Five Rivers? ​ Five Rivers is a leading social enterprise dedicated to transforming the lives of children and young people. ​ As part of our team, you will benefit from: ​ Generous annual leave entitlement Ongoing learning and development opportunities Gold Investors in People accreditation Simplyhealth Medical Cash Back Scheme Blue Light Card discounts Employee Assistance Programme Enhanced company pension scheme Refer a Friend bonus scheme Long service and recognition awards Supportive leadership and management team Opportunities for career progression across the organisation ​ Most importantly, you will join a team that is passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people. ​ Requirements ​ To be considered for this role, you will ideally have: ​ Experience working with children and young people in an educational setting A genuine passion for supporting pupils to achieve their potential Excellent communication and interpersonal skills The ability to build positive and supportive relationships A patient, flexible, and resilient approach Good organisational skills and attention to detail A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children ​ Experience working with children who have additional needs or within a specialist educational setting would be advantageous but is not essential. ​ Apply Today ​ If you are a committed and compassionate Teaching Assistant looking to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people, we would love to hear from you. ​ Due to the needs of our pupils, we are looking to recruit as soon as possible and therefore reserve the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received. ​ Safer Recruitment ​ Five Rivers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undergo appropriate safeguarding checks, including satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check. ​ We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender identity, or age.