Specialist Teaching Assistant Needed

Specialist Teaching Assistant (STA)

• Location: Oxted
• Job Type: Full-time, £25853 - £26987

We are seeking a dedicated Specialist Teaching Assistant to provide comprehensive support to students both onsite and offsite at a speech and langue partner colleges. This role involves assisting in the delivery and access to the curriculum, managing student transportation, and supporting extended curriculum activities.

• Provide support to students in lessons onsite and offsite at partner colleges.
• Take responsibility for supporting students offsite, including transportation and supervision.
• Assist in creating and maintaining conducive learning environments.
• Support the use of specialist teaching and learning systems.
• Provide access arrangements for examinations and help students achieve their individual termly targets and EHCP outcomes.
• Lead and support extra-curricular activities, including excursions and clubs.
• Manage and prioritize workload under the supervision of the Learning Support Team Leader.
• Work collaboratively within the team of Specialist Teaching Assistants and the wider multi-disciplinary team.
• Maintain confidentiality concerning all school and college information.

• Experience of working in a team and willingness to develop relevant knowledge and skills.
• Basic IT skills including MS Office, email, and internet.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage and prioritise own workload.
• Good communication skills and the ability to handle potential conflicts and provide solutions.
• Physical fitness to carry out the duties of the role.
• Desirable: Experience with SEN students, ability to drive, and knowledge of specialist strategies to support student learning.

• Professional development opportunities through the CPD Programme.
• Participation in a supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Engagement in school and college-wide activities and initiatives.

To apply for the Specialist Teaching Assistant position, please submit your CV here.