Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Wilson Stuart School; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Wilson Stuart School, an Ofsted Outstanding special school in Birmingham, is seeking a Level 3 Teaching Assistant. The role supports pupils with complex needs, working closely with teachers and professionals to enable curriculum access and progress.

The post is permanent, 32.5 hours weekly, during term time, with an enhanced DBS check required. The successful candidate will be compassionate, resilient and capable of building strong relationships with pupils and families, and will contribute to

Qualifications

• Applicants must hold a Level 3 qualification relevant to supporting teaching and learning.
• Experience of working with children or young people is essential.
• Experience of working in a SEND or specialist setting is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with a range of SEN and disabilities, including physical, sensory and learning needs.
• Assisting with planning, preparation, delivery and evaluation of learning activities.
• Delivering targeted learning activities and interventions to individuals and small groups.
• Monitoring, recording and reporting pupil progress and achievements.
• Promoting independence, communication, social development and emotional wellbeing.
• Supporting pupils with personal care, moving and handling and medical needs as required.
• Maintaining a positive, inclusive environment and supporting behaviour management.
• Building positive relationships with pupils, families, colleagues and external professionals.
• Using technology and specialist resources to support teaching and learning.
• Promoting safeguarding and upholding the ethos and values of Wilson Stuart School.

Skills

Level 3 qualification

Experience with children

SEND experience

Education

Level 3 qualification relevant to supporting teaching and learning

Job description

Post: Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Salary: Grade 3 - £28,153 - £34,811 FTE (£21,917.80 – £27,101.22 Actual)

Allowances: SEN allowance £1,779 pro rata

Hours of work: 32.5 hours (8:50am – 3:50pm) per week, Monday - Friday, term time only.

Contract type: Permanent

Start date of role: As soon as possible

Closing date: Midnight on Sunday 1 November 2026

Interview date: To be confirmed

Enhanced DBS Check Required: Yes

EIAT is a thriving Multi Academy Trust in North Birmingham incorporating Wilson Stuart School, Mayfield School, Queensbury School, The Hive College, Lime Tree Nursery and Blue Sky Nursery. We strive to share best practice and work in cohesive, collaborative and innovative ways. Our ethos is 'Better Never Ends'.

About the School

Wilson Stuart School is an Ofsted designated outstanding all age (2 – 25 years) Special School which provides very high-quality education for 290 pupils and young people who have physical, intellectual disabilities and/or complex needs.

As a Trust we truly value the success of every child and we place the sharing of excellent education practice at the core of this value. Professional development, challenge and support are at the heart of ensuring our staff are some of the finest teachers so they can deliver outstanding teaching.

We benefit significantly from the variety of schools within the Trust, enabling staff to benefit greatly from the opportunities we have for collaborative working. in addition, we are able to benefit tremendously from sharing best practice and expertise we have within our organisation.

Wilson Stuart School have achieved an Outstanding grade in their last 7 Ofsted inspections, the latest of which was December 2024 where we continued to maintain the standards identified at previous inspections.

We recognise the importance of teamwork, and this is evident through all aspects of the work we do. Our students are delightful, work hard and are keen to learn and the school is a very happy and positive working environment. We have a comprehensive induction programme, friendly and very supportive staff along with excellent facilities and a superb environment to support teaching and learning. Wilson Stuart School is not just a special school – it is an exceptional school!

About the role:

We are looking for a committed, enthusiastic and adaptable individual to join our team as a Level 3 Teaching Assistant, helping to make a real difference to the lives of our pupils.

At Wilson Stuart School, our pupils have a wide range of complex physical, medical, sensory and learning needs. The successful candidate will be compassionate, resilient and passionate about supporting children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities to achieve their full potential. Working closely with teachers and other professionals, you will play a key role in supporting teaching and learning, helping pupils to access the curriculum, achieve their individual outcomes and develop their independence. You will contribute to the planning, delivery and evaluation of learning activities, provide targeted support to individuals and groups, and monitor and record pupil progress. You will be deployed within any department across the school, supporting pupils in a positive, inclusive and nurturing environment.

Applicants must hold a recognised Level 3 qualification relevant to supporting teaching and learning, childcare or education, together with experience of working with children or young people. Experience of working within a SEND or specialist educational setting would be advantageous. The successful candidate will be able to build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and families, work effectively as part of a team, and be willing to support pupils with personal care, medical needs and moving and handling requirements where necessary.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils with a range of special educational needs and disabilities, including physical, sensory, communication and learning needs.
• Assisting with the planning, preparation, delivery and evaluation of learning activities.
• Delivering targeted learning activities and interventions to individuals and small groups.
• Monitoring, recording and reporting on pupil progress and achievements.
• Promoting pupils' independence, communication, social development and emotional wellbeing.
• Supporting pupils with personal care, moving and handling and medical needs, where required.
• Maintaining a positive and inclusive learning environment and supporting behaviour management strategies.
• Building positive relationships with pupils, families, colleagues and external professionals.
• Using technology and specialist resources to support teaching and learning.
• Promoting safeguarding and upholding the ethos and values of Wilson Stuart School.