Classroom Connect is recruiting on behalf of a well-regarded special school federation in Lincoln, seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their committed and supportive team from September 2026. Immediate starts are also available for the right candidate.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work within an outstanding specialist setting catering for pupils aged 2–19 with a range of complex needs and disabilities, including physical and medical needs at primary and secondary level.
Candidates from a care background are encouraged to apply.
What the school is looking for:
- Experience in a SEND or similar support role, or a genuine willingness to learn and develop
- Experience supporting young people with anxiety and mental health needs
- Confidence managing complex and challenging behaviours
- Experience working with pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties
- Familiarity with sensory strategies in a classroom setting
- Moving and handling training, or willingness to undertake it
- Medication administration training, or willingness to undertake it
- A genuine drive to help children achieve their potential
- The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Flexibility, adaptability, resilience and patience
- Strong interpersonal skills and a willingness to go the extra mile
What's on offer:
- A permanent role within a warm, dynamic and supportive team
- Pupils who are engaging, rewarding and inspiring to work with
- Strong CPD and professional development opportunities
- A positive, well-established working environment in Lincoln
Interested? Contact Classroom Connect today to find out more or to be put forward for this role. All appointments are subject to satisfactory DBS checks, references, and pre-employment screening in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
Classroom Connect is an education recruitment agency operating across Lincoln, Nottingham and London. Our primary focus is connecting skilled teachers and support staff with diverse teaching and support staff opportunities in Primary, Secondary, and SEN (Special Educational Needs) settings within the local community.
Collaborating closely with numerous schools, we tailor our approach to meet the unique requirements of each institution before assigning our registered teachers and support staff to both temporary and permanent placements.
Get in touch today to fulfill your potential!
Pay: £97.68-£126.78 per day
Benefits:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Lincoln LN6: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Do you drive and have access to your own vehicle?
- Do you have an enhanced DBS that is registered on the Update Service?
- Are you available immediately?
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
