Job Description

Part-time Classroom Assistant

Inspire potential. Support progress. Make every day count.

Are you a compassionate and motivated individual looking for a part-time role where you can make a meaningful difference? This exciting opportunity offers the chance to support pupils with additional needs in a specialist school setting, helping them thrive emotionally, socially, and academically.

We are looking for someone who is patient, energetic, and passionate about working with children and young people who require extra support. This part-time role is ideal for someone seeking fulfilling work that fits around other commitments.

The role

As a part-time classroom assistant, you will support pupils with a range of special educational needs, including learning difficulties, communication challenges, autism, and physical disabilities. You'll work alongside teachers and therapists to deliver a tailored curriculum that supports each child's unique learning journey.

Each day brings a variety of rewarding tasks. You might assist a child with using communication aids, support them during sensory activities, or offer gentle guidance during a life skills session. You'll also help to foster positive relationships, promote independence, and create a safe, calm classroom environment.

This is a hands-on role where your contribution will directly impact a child's confidence and progress. Duties will include:

Assisting pupils 1:1 and in small groups Supporting access to learning through adapted resources and strategies Encouraging social interaction and emotional self-regulation Providing personal care where needed, with respect and dignity Collaborating with staff to implement personalised learning plans

The ideal person

We are looking for someone who is kind, reliable and flexible. Previous experience working with children or young people with SEND is an advantage but not essential. More important is a genuine desire to support and empower pupils who face daily challenges.

You should have:

A calm and encouraging manner The ability to follow instructions and respond to pupils' needs with sensitivity A willingness to learn and undergo relevant training Good teamwork and communication skills
A qualification in childcare, support work, education or health and social care is desirable but not required.

The school

This friendly and inclusive specialist school in Kendal is known for its dedicated staff team, warm atmosphere, and holistic approach to learning, where every pupil is valued and celebrated. Staff work collaboratively to ensure every child is supported to achieve their personal best.

Hours

8:30 AM - 3:30 PM, up to 4 days per week depending on your availability.

The benefits

Ongoing training and professional development A supportive and welcoming school team A role with purpose and long-term opportunity
Safeguarding children is an integral part of what we do and we have a stringent safer recruitment process. We undertake checks on all the candidates we work with. As such we require a current Enhanced DBS Disclosure for everyone working in Schools. If you do not have a subscription to the DBS Update Service, you may be required to complete a new DBS application as part of the registration process. If you take a temporary role with Sense Education you will be paid on a weekly basis. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position but long term. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available.

Be part of something meaningful--help shape brighter futures, one day at a time.

Job Types: Part-time, Temp to perm

Pay: Up to 16.00 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking Referral programme
Schedule:

Monday to Friday No weekends
Application question(s):

What interests you in working in SEND?
Work Location: In person