Level 2 Teaching Assistant in Shenstone

TeacherActive; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market leading rates of pay

Referral scheme (up to £200)

Onboarding support 24/7

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting a Level 2 Teaching Assistant for a primary SEMH school in Shenstone. The role is full-time, long-term with potential for permanent placement, supporting pupils with SEMH needs, ASC, and communication challenges.

You will work within bespoke behaviour, support and risk management plans, bringing a calm, resilient, and confident approach to day-to-day classroom support.

Qualifications

• A Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or relevant equivalent.
• Experience supporting primary-aged pupils with SEMH and behaviours that challenge.
• Experience supporting pupils with ASC and communication and interaction difficulties.
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed practice, ACEs and attachment theory.
• Good curriculum knowledge and understanding of how sensory, social and emotional needs affect engagement and behaviour.
• Calm, resilient and confident approach to supporting pupils.

Responsibilities

• Support primary-aged pupils with SEMH needs, including ASC and communication difficulties, within bespoke behaviour, support and risk management plans.
• Follow and contribute to trauma-informed strategies and attachment-based approaches.
• Collaborate with teachers and support staff to implement individual plans and classroom routines.

Skills

SEMH experience

ASC experience

Trauma-informed practice

Calm under pressure

Communication skills

Education

Level 2 TA qualification

Job description

Job Title: Level 2 Teaching Assistant
Location: Shenstone
Start Date: September
Salary: £90 - £110 per day

Do you have experience supporting primary-aged pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health / SEMH needs?

Are you calm under pressure, resilient and confident when supporting pupils who may present behaviours that challenge?

Do you have experience supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition / ASC and communication and interaction difficulties?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a primary SEMH school in Shenstone that supports pupils with a range of social, emotional and mental health needs. The school provides a supportive environment where a trauma-informed approach and an understanding of each pupil's individual needs are central to their education and wellbeing.

The school is looking to take on a Level 2 Teaching Assistant on a full-time, long-term basis, leading to a permanent position for the right Level 2 Teaching Assistant. The successful Level 2 Teaching Assistant will support primary-aged pupils with SEMH needs, including ASC and communication and interaction difficulties, working consistently within bespoke behaviour, support and risk management plans.

The successful Level 2 Teaching Assistant will have:

• A Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or relevant equivalent
• Experience successfully supporting primary-aged pupils with SEMH needs and behaviours that challenge
• Experience supporting pupils with ASC and communication and interaction difficulties
• A strong understanding of trauma-informed practice, adverse childhood experiences and attachment theory
• Good curriculum knowledge and an understanding of how sensory, social and emotional needs can impact engagement and behaviour
• A calm, resilient and confident approach to supporting pupils

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme - Receive up to £200 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

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