Would you be interested in working as part of a collaborative team, providing the best access to education for our young vulnerable children?Become an Eslander and become part of our growing, highly valued team!Hours: Monday to Friday (term time)Salary: £20,639 to £23,908 (depending on experience)Due to expansion, we are looking for highly motivated and creative SEN teaching assistants in line with our 2025 pupil intake.At Esland Grantham School, we offer high-quality education to 7 to 18-year-olds with a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) with the primary need of Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH).Using our Turning the Curve™ model, we support vulnerable young people to \\\"turn the curve\\\" on their past experiences and build towards a positive new chapter.We think that our teams are the best in the industry - if you want to join us, there has never been a better time!About our schools: We are looking for a patient and consistent teaching assistants who can work independently and take initiative while developing purposeful, strong relationships with children, staff and parents. Experience in post 16 support, ASD and ADHD would be advantageous but not essential.The duties of a Teaching Assistant include (but are not limited to):Contributing to the development and effective delivery of childcare and manage processes and procedures in line with the philosophy of the company includingBeing alert to signs of distress or abuseTalking and listening to the young people and observing and recording behaviour when necessaryContributing to and implementing care planning, reviews and other meetingsAttending and contributing to supervisions and staff meetings as required, ensuring smooth and comprehensive handovers take place and ensuring reporting rules and guidelines are adhered toBeing prepared to physically intervene and restrain young people (following appropriate training)Undertaking all tasks and duties as directed by the HLTA or Headteacher, to support young people and manage and monitor pupil risk during educational activitiesParticipating and supporting young people during outdoor/ indoor activitiesPreparing and presenting displays of student workWorking with other professionals, such as Therapists and Occupational Therapists, Residential Care Workers as necessarySuccessful employment is subject to satisfactory Full Enhanced Disclosure, right to work and reference checks in line with government regulations and Safer Recruitment Practices (the company will cover the costs).What we are looking for: GCSE Level including Math, English & ScienceTeaching assistant experience (highly desirable)Teaching assistant qualification (desirable)Excellent planning and organisational skillsSelf-starter who demonstrates a high level of motivation and commitmentFull manual driving licence (desirable due to activities/location)We can offer: Commitment to continued professional developmentA supportive, inclusive working environmentA competitive salaryEnrolment into Esland pension schemeComprehensive, paid induction training (that is accredited through the Bild Association of Certified Training) and ongoing training within the roleFantastic opportunities for career development, we promoted over 50 colleagues last yearCycle to work schemeA £500 bonus via our \\\'Refer a Friend’ scheme Monthly recognition awardsAccess to big-brand deals and discounts via our employee benefits scheme E-TogetherA day off for your birthday (in addition to your holiday entitlement)Access to a holiday home based in the Peak District where you can stay for free, on the company!The opportunity to make a real difference to a child\\\'s life!About Esland With over 35 years of residential childcare experience, the Esland group now has more than 60 residential children’s and assessment homes, and three schools, that are spread across the Kent, Hertfordshire, Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Lincolnshire, Staffordshire, Wiltshire, Bedfordshire, Nottinghamshire, West Midlands and Northamptonshire regions of England. We strive to support our children to achieve their very best outcomes, through our bespoke residential care, education, therapeutic and activity-led wraparound services.