Nurture Education

SEN Teaching Assistant - Nurture Education Make a Difference Every Day Do you want to change lives while building a rewarding and meaningful career? We are looking for compassionate and dedicated Teaching Assistants to join our growing education team. As a Teaching Assistant at our site, you will have the chance to be part of a truly special community focused on nurture and growth. What the Role Involves A Teaching Assistant role here is very different from a mainstream position. You will be working with students aged 5-19 who have severe social communication difficulties, complex learning disabilities, and often challenging behaviors. Teaching Assistant duties include supporting core subjects like literacy, numeracy, and PSHE. The Teaching Assistant helps students access therapy-based education and develop essential life skills. As a Teaching Assistant , you will support students in groups of 8-13, organized by ability rather than age. Every Teaching Assistant helps students communicate through a multi-sensory approach using Makaton, signs, or symbols. Personal Care: Some students require personal care, and you must be prepared to provide this assistance to ensure they stay clean and comfortable. Full training for these tasks will be provided. Training and Progression At our school, learning never stops for our staff. All Teaching Assistants take part in a twice-weekly training programme combining theory and practical sessions. This leads to a Teaching Assistant apprenticeship qualification, which is fully funded. After two years and completing your apprenticeship, you can progress to the role of Senior Teaching Assistant . Further career growth is available through Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) roles. Salary and Benefits Teaching Assistant salary: £20,224 - £21,032 (pro rata for term time). Senior Teaching Assistant salary: Rising up to £23,999 (£27,981 FTE). Qualified HLTA salary: Up to £27,715 (£32,313 FTE). Benefits for every Teaching Assistant include a £1,000 retention bonus, a free hot lunch during term-time, and free on-site parking. What You'll Bring You don't need previous experience to apply as a Teaching Assistant -we provide all the training you need. What matters most is your empathy, compassion, and resilience. You will also need: The literacy and numeracy skills required to support student learning as a Teaching Assistant . The willingness to provide personal care for students who require it. Patience and calm under pressure when supporting young people with challenging behaviors. Working Hours: 36 hours per week. Recruitment for the Teaching Assistant position is ongoing.

Inclusion Support Mentor - Nurture Education Join Our Dedicated Inclusion Support Team Are you an experienced TA, STA, or HLTA looking for a rewarding next step? Or are you already working within SEN Inclusion Support? We are seeking an Inclusion Support Mentor to join our team in providing a safe, inclusive environment for students with complex needs. +2 The Role The Inclusion Support Mentor role focuses on helping staff and students build effective behavior management skills through Positive Behaviour Support strategies. As an Inclusion Support Mentor , you will work collaboratively with class teams to promote positive student support. You will support prospective students during assessment days. Once qualified, the Inclusion Support Mentor will train and mentor staff in Positive Behaviour Support techniques, such as Team Teach, through role modelling and co-coaching. The Inclusion Support Mentor is responsible for managing their own class caseload. You will analyze behavior data to identify trends and inform best practice. You will work closely with an in-house therapy team and CAMHS professionals. Requirements To succeed as an Inclusion Support Mentor , you will need: Resilience: Strong physical, mental, and emotional resilience to work in a dynamic environment. Attitude: A positive, proactive "can-do" attitude. Qualifications: An NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools, or a willingness to work toward one. Specialized Training: You must be willing to train as an Intermediate Team Teach Trainer. Salary and Hours Actual Salary: £23,999 - £26,603 (dependent on experience). +1 FTE Salary: £27,981 - £31,017. Working Hours: 36 hours per week, term time only plus 5 inset days. Monday: 8:30 - 16:00. Tuesday - Thursday: 8:30 - 16:15. Friday: 8:30 - 15:45. Includes an additional 30 minutes worked flexibly per week. Why Join Us? Becoming an Inclusion Support Mentor offers unique opportunities for professional growth: Professional Development: Gain experience in pastoral care, behavior data analysis, and leadership skills. +1 Support: Receive ongoing mentoring from the Head and Deputy Head of Inclusion. Retention Bonus: A £1,000 bonus (£250 after 1 month, £250 after 1 year, and £500 after 18 months). Wellbeing: Access to a medical cash plan, life insurance, and a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme. +1 Environment: Work on a beautiful 23-acre site with free hot lunches during term time and free on-site parking. Note: This position requires an enhanced DBS disclosure. We are unable to accept applications from candidates requiring sponsorship to relocate from overseas. +1