Mile House Therapeutic School is a nurturing and friendly school where each person is valued and respected as an individual. We provide pupils with a broad and balanced education in a calm, safe and understanding setting in order for them to progress and succeed. We restore confidence in pupils in an inspiring learning culture. All our pupils are provided with opportunities and experiences to be encouraged, supported and challenged, as they develop the love of learning. All pupils in the school have complex learning and behavioural needs and all have Education, Health and Care plans that are met through the careful planning and delivery of a broad and balanced curriculum.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Responsible to: Deputy Headteacher
Closing date : Friday 3rd July 2026
JOB PURPOSE
The successful candidate will want to embrace all aspects of our therapeutic school life and embrace The Mile House’s vision and core values. The position of Teaching Assistant is a critical component in the realisation of our school’s mission statement: Mile House provides young people aged 12-16 with a broad and balanced education in order for them to progress and succeed in sustained education or employment. We do this through high quality teaching and learning based on effective relationships that enable the achievement of life skills and meaningful qualifications.
At Mile House School, we place high value on individualised professional development, regardless of career path for all school staff. The candidate for this role must be aspirational and bring considerable experience to the table to be able to lead with the Headteacher to deliver the vision and values of the school.
The candidate will have a passion for working with pupils and assisting them on their journey, which may have included all manner of set-backs in and outside of education.
It will evolve and responsibilities may be amended by the Headteacher following consultation with the successful candidate. This job description is not exhaustive, but provides an overview of the breadth and depth of the role.
- To manage, support and develop a group of marginalised young people and their families by building trusting relationships through the use of individual sessions, group work, family visits and other interventions.
- To oversee a holistic person-centred approach to a young person’s journey from entry to exit, bridging the gap between their academic, behavioural and therapeutic needs.
- To develop individual education/learning plans that brings together internal, external and multi-agency professionals in order to support development, attainment and progression.
- To provide practical support to the teacher/other learning support assistants/HLTA and pupils
- To consistently promote positive values, attitudes and behaviour
- To support pupils in their learning and development in small groups or with individual pupils as directed treating them with respect and consideration
- To help raise standards of achievement for all pupils
- To encourage the social and emotional development of pupils
- To encourage pupils to participate in all aspects of school life
- To help pupils to become more independent
- To promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils
- To embed safeguarding and inclusion principles at the heart of all practice.
OBJECTIVES
· Acting as an outstanding role model for young people and building young people’s confidence to aspire in chosen career choices, and support in making positive choices to support their learning, mental health and overall wellbeing.
· Develops a supportive and integral role within the school across the whole area.
· Develops positive relationships with students, parents/carers, external agencies (e.g., social services) and other key stakeholders.
· Develops positive relationships with key personnel in CSFC.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Working under the direction and supervision of a qualified teacher, Lead Teaching Assistant or Deputy Head Teacher:
Planning & Expectations
Working within the school’s policies and procedures to:
· Promote equal opportunities for all pupils
· To contribute to discussions, with the teacher and Lead TA, on the development of work programmes, work activities and support programmes for pupils
· Contribute to the preparation of teaching resources and materials
· Provide feedback to pupils and the teacher
· Attend and participate in relevant meetings as required
Teaching & Learning Activities
· Prepare classroom as directed for lessons and clear afterwards
· Assist in the display of pupil’s work
· Communicate effectively and sensitively with pupils to support their learning
· Promote and support the inclusion of all pupils in the learning activities in which they are involved
· Ensure that equal opportunities, bullying or harassment issues are dealt with appropriately as they arise in conjunction with the teacher/teaching assistant team
· To assist with the supervision of, and encourage good behaviour amongst, pupils
· Manage safely the teaching space and resources within the school
· To work with individuals or small groups under the supervision of the teacher which may be carried out in the classroom or outside the main teaching area
· To cover lessons in the absence of the class teacher as and when required
Professional Values & Practice
· Have high expectations of all pupils and assist the promotion/reinforcement of pupil’s self esteem
· Respect pupils’ social, cultural, linguistic, religious and ethnic backgrounds
· Build and maintain successful relationships with pupils, treating them consistently, with respect and consideration and to be concerned for their development as learners
· Demonstrate and promote the same positive values, attitudes and behaviour that are expected from pupils
· Work collaboratively with colleagues to meet the needs of all pupils (inc SEN pupils)
· Carry out all aspects of the role effectively and to seek help, advice or guidance as necessary
General
· To maintain a safe environment for pupils, staff and visitors to the school
· Supervise pupils off site on school trips and other external visits
· To provide welfare support for pupils
Calcot Services for Children are committed to ensuring that all positions are subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and references. Calcot services for Children is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £23,441.60 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
