Job ID: S-U-4173 - Teaching Assistant

We work smarter so that you can enjoy the things that matter outside of workJob Title: Teaching AssistantLocation: Red Moor School, Lanlivery, PL30 5BTHours: 42.5 per week | Monday–Friday | 8am – 4.30pmSalary: £25,115.99 per annum (not pro rata)Contract: Permanent | Term Time OnlyStart: July 2026UK applicants only – no sponsorship availableAbout the RoleWhere every small step forward is a big moment worth celebratingAt Red Moor School, we don’t just support pupils — we change lives. We meet children exactly where they are, walk beside them through the tough moments, and celebrate every success, no matter how small. Our pupils deserve adults who see their potential, not their past, and who show up each day ready to help them grow.If you’re someone who understands that relationships are the foundation of progress, who stays steady when things get wobbly, who sees the child behind the behaviour, and who treats each new day as a fresh start, then you might be exactly who we’re looking for.You will:Work closely with teachers and colleagues to create calm, structured, meaningful learning experiencesSupport pupils individually and in small groups across a range of subjects and activitiesHelp implement personalised timetables, behaviour plans and therapeutic approachesBuild strong, trusting relationships that support pupils’ social and emotional developmentPrepare resources and activities that bring learning to lifeJoin pupils on educational visits, off-site activities and enrichment experiencesKeep clear, accurate records that contribute to the wider picture of each childSupport with pupil transport for bespoke provisions or planned off-site activitiesNo two days look the same — because our pupils need different things at different times. That’s exactly what makes the role so meaningfulWhat you will bringHave GCSE Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent) in English and MathsBring a calm, consistent and caring approach — especially in challenging momentsEnjoy working with young people and believe education should flex around their needsCan build positive relationships with pupils and colleaguesWork well as part of a supportive team but are confident using your initiativeBelieve in potential, not labels — and don’t give up when things get toughIf you want to truly understand young people rather than simply manage them, Red Moor School is a place where you can make a real difference.About UsRed Moor is a nurturing, specialist school for pupils aged 5–18 with SEMH needs and barriers to learning. Many of our young people arrive having found school overwhelming or unsuccessful in the past — our job is to show them a different experience.We believe: “The curriculum should be the servant of the child.” – Sir Barry Carpenter (2024)This philosophy shapes our relationships, our environment, and every aspect of school life — including the way we care for our buildings and grounds.Red Moor is part of Acorn Education, within Outcomes First Group, giving you both the closeness of a supportive school team and the opportunities of a national organisation.Acorn Education offers rewarding careers and meaningful challenges while making a real difference in young people’s lives. As a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and