Teaching Assistant - Ongoing Recruitment
Central Bedfordshire College, Bedford, IN, United States
Location : Bedford – Bedford College, Cauldwell Street Campus
Salary : Between £23,557 and £26,754 per annum (Pro‑Rata) depending on experience and qualifications.
Hours / Weeks : 37 hours per week – 37 weeks per year.
Contract Type : Permanent – Term Time.
Right to Work : This is a UK based contract. Candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK and will not be offered sponsorship.
About The Role
Supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities across college courses from level one to level three. The role changes daily, from note‑taking during engineering lessons to providing prompts and reassurance in a hairdressing salon. Staff receive strong support and development opportunities.
Responsibilities
Student Support – Provide one-to-one or small group support to students with SEND across vocational and academic courses, promoting independence and helping them access learning effectively.
Collaboration & Implementation – Work under the direction of the ALS Team Leader and class teachers to implement strategies from individual support plans and contribute to EHCP outcome monitoring.
Resource & Record Management – Prepare and maintain learning resources, update support documentation, and contribute to reports, reviews, and learner records as required.
Team Contribution & Events – Actively participate in ALS team meetings, mentor new staff, and support students during work placements, trips and college events such as open days and transitions.
Compliance & Development – Uphold safeguarding, equality and health and safety standards, while engaging in ongoing training and development to enhance effectiveness in the role.
About You
Qualifications & Experience – Educated to Level 2 in English and Maths with a relevant Level 3 qualification (or willingness to work towards one) and experience supporting young people with SEND in educational or care settings.
Knowledge & Skills – Working knowledge of SEND, confident using Microsoft Office and able to maintain accurate records while contributing to a high‑quality, inclusive learning environment.
Teamwork & Communication – Strong communication skills across various formats, able to work independently and collaboratively, and contribute positively to team dynamics and college reputation.
Professionalism & Values – Demonstrates a positive, adaptable attitude, respects professional boundaries and aligns with the college’s values, including safeguarding and equality.
Flexibility & Commitment – Willing to work across all college sites, continuously update skills and knowledge, and respond appropriately to the needs of students and the wider college community.
Vision Values
Valuing Teamwork – We are one team who, by working together, can achieve great things, respecting the opinion and valuing the contribution each of us makes.
Improving Continuously – We challenge ourselves to always do better by trying new things, sharing knowledge, reflecting on practice and learning from others.
Student Centred – At our heart is always doing what is best for our students. We consider students in all of our decision making to create positive outcomes and memorable experiences for every student.
Inclusive – We celebrate differences and diversity, recognising that we can learn from each other.
Open and Caring – We care about the wellbeing of our staff, students, our community and wider society, creating an environment built on trust where we listen, engage with and support each other.
Nurturing Education Excellence – We promote educational excellence by delivering programmes that challenge our students to achieve their ambitions.
Safeguarding
The Bedford College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will undergo a thorough vetting process which includes an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Legal
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Bedford College Group’s policy on Employment of Ex‑Offenders is attached to this vacancy. Candidates who are barred from working with children are reminded that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post.
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Salary : Between £23,557 and £26,754 per annum (Pro‑Rata) depending on experience and qualifications.
Hours / Weeks : 37 hours per week – 37 weeks per year.
Contract Type : Permanent – Term Time.
Right to Work : This is a UK based contract. Candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK and will not be offered sponsorship.
About The Role
Supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities across college courses from level one to level three. The role changes daily, from note‑taking during engineering lessons to providing prompts and reassurance in a hairdressing salon. Staff receive strong support and development opportunities.
Responsibilities
Student Support – Provide one-to-one or small group support to students with SEND across vocational and academic courses, promoting independence and helping them access learning effectively.
Collaboration & Implementation – Work under the direction of the ALS Team Leader and class teachers to implement strategies from individual support plans and contribute to EHCP outcome monitoring.
Resource & Record Management – Prepare and maintain learning resources, update support documentation, and contribute to reports, reviews, and learner records as required.
Team Contribution & Events – Actively participate in ALS team meetings, mentor new staff, and support students during work placements, trips and college events such as open days and transitions.
Compliance & Development – Uphold safeguarding, equality and health and safety standards, while engaging in ongoing training and development to enhance effectiveness in the role.
About You
Qualifications & Experience – Educated to Level 2 in English and Maths with a relevant Level 3 qualification (or willingness to work towards one) and experience supporting young people with SEND in educational or care settings.
Knowledge & Skills – Working knowledge of SEND, confident using Microsoft Office and able to maintain accurate records while contributing to a high‑quality, inclusive learning environment.
Teamwork & Communication – Strong communication skills across various formats, able to work independently and collaboratively, and contribute positively to team dynamics and college reputation.
Professionalism & Values – Demonstrates a positive, adaptable attitude, respects professional boundaries and aligns with the college’s values, including safeguarding and equality.
Flexibility & Commitment – Willing to work across all college sites, continuously update skills and knowledge, and respond appropriately to the needs of students and the wider college community.
Vision Values
Valuing Teamwork – We are one team who, by working together, can achieve great things, respecting the opinion and valuing the contribution each of us makes.
Improving Continuously – We challenge ourselves to always do better by trying new things, sharing knowledge, reflecting on practice and learning from others.
Student Centred – At our heart is always doing what is best for our students. We consider students in all of our decision making to create positive outcomes and memorable experiences for every student.
Inclusive – We celebrate differences and diversity, recognising that we can learn from each other.
Open and Caring – We care about the wellbeing of our staff, students, our community and wider society, creating an environment built on trust where we listen, engage with and support each other.
Nurturing Education Excellence – We promote educational excellence by delivering programmes that challenge our students to achieve their ambitions.
Safeguarding
The Bedford College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will undergo a thorough vetting process which includes an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Legal
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Bedford College Group’s policy on Employment of Ex‑Offenders is attached to this vacancy. Candidates who are barred from working with children are reminded that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post.
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