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Job Introduction

Together we make a difference, develop and learn, and support each other. Every day with us is different, but our mission remains the same: To champion the rights, needs and ambitions of the people we support - they are at the heart of everything we do. We stand by them and we work together for change.

We believe that everyone deserves a chance to learn and space to thrive and that the right education can change lives. You’ll help break down barriers to education for young people, helping them learn and grow at their own pace.

Are you passionate about supporting young people in their learning journey? We are seeking to recruit Educational Assistants within Inscape House School which is a specialist day school for autistic children and young people aged 5 to 19 years.

You will play a crucial role in supporting teachers and helping our young people to conquer barriers and surpass expectations in an inclusive environment.

Safeguarding children and vulnerable adults is a priority for all employees

Key responsibilities

Maintain a safe, supportive and stimulating classroom environment
Responsible for promoting safeguarding and welfare of children and young people.
Support the classroom teacher in preparing resources and manging the classroom environment
Assist with implementing individual education plans and learning materials to meet the needs of our young people
Administrative task such as record keeping and organising learning activities
Other duties as required by the Trust or by the line manager and other senior leaders

About you

Genuine passion for working with children and supporting young people
Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate and work as part of a team
Positive, patient, and empathetic approach to working with children with special needs
Good ICT skills
Flexibility approach in dealing with changing circumstances
Relevant qualification or training is desirable but not essential.
An understanding of autism and neurodiversity

Benefits

Generous pension schemeand death in service benefit, up to 7% company pension contributions initially rising with length of service and up to 6 x basic salary death in service benefit
Occupational sick payand family friendly policies includingenhanced maternity, paternity and adoptive leave.
Reward and Discount platformoffering discounts at high street shops, travel, insurances etc.
Eligibility to apply for Blue Light card
Proud to be a real living wage employer
Refer a friend scheme, be rewarded for recommending a friend to work with us
Comprehensive training and development opportunities, including apprenticeship qualifications
Long service awardsincluding cash gifts and extra holiday.
Promotion of Wellbeingacross the organisation including Mental Health First Aiders offering wellbeing support from trained colleague and free weekly yoga session in person or online
Access to our Employee Assistance Programmefor you and adults at your home

Applications are very welcome from all regardless of age, disability, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief, race, sex, sexual orientation, trans status or socio-economic background. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments for disabled people. We positively encourage applications from those with lived experience.

If there is any part of your lived experience you want to keep confidential in some way please talk to the Recruitment or HR shared service teams and we will do what we can to support you

The Together Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support and expects all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Safeguarding checks will be undertaken for the successful candidate in line with our safer recruitment policy, including an Enhanced DBS check (at no cost to yourself).

This role will involve regulated activity.

Closing date 20th May 2026

We reserve the right to close this role early

Working in our specialist education team

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