Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant 
Salary:  Teaching Assistant - £22,795 - £23,074 (depending on qualification)
Permanent – Full Time 
Hours per week 8:30 – 4.30 Monday to Friday – term time only

Early applicants encouraged as we have more than one position and will be looking start some of the positions before the 18th November 2026

Old Windebrowe School is seeking an experienced and passionate Teaching Assistant to join our founding team. Situated in the picturesque town of Keswick, our new school will cater to children with specific learning needs, including Autism, Learning Disabilities, and associated complex needs.
This is a unique opportunity to help shape a brand-new school and make a lasting impact on the lives of children and young people.

We are currently considering the appointment of two Teaching Assistants to join the Old Windebrowe team. For one of these positions, there is an identified occupational requirement for the successful applicant to be male, due to the specific needs of the student they will be supporting and the nature of the care, support and educational provision required.

This requirement is considered necessary and proportionate to ensure that the individual needs, dignity, safety and wellbeing of the student can be appropriately supported

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking an inspirational SEND Professional who:
•    Is wanting to progress their career in SEN education
•    Has previous experience of working in a SEN education setting or similar setting
•    Has high expectations and a commitment to delivering the best possible education for all students.
•    Can lead small group or individual learning experiences for students
•    Can adapt their approach to support the needs of each student.
•    Is flexible, dynamic, well-organised, and reflective in their practice.
•    Has experience supporting children and young people with Autism, Learning Disabilities, and complex needs, including those who may be looked after.
•    Works well as part of a team and can inspire and support colleagues.

What You’ll Receive
We are committed to supporting our staff with:
•    Tailored training opportunities to help you grow in your role.
•    Personalised coaching and support from school leaders.
•    Collaboration with a well-established care and residential team in Cumbria.

Company Benefits
•    Free access to 5 holiday caravans across the UK.
•    Funded DBS check.
•    Refer-a-friend scheme: £500 bonus per referral or £1,000 for a qualified referral.
•    Free, confidential employee assistance programme and app.
•    Access to and reimbursement for the Blue Light Card scheme.
•    Bike-to-work scheme.
•    Workplace pension and sick pay.
•    Access to our Training Hub with over 800 CPD-accredited, care-sector-specific online courses.

Recruiting on an Ongoing basis Between September 2026 – April 2027