Primary School Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive Limited.; Walsall; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a SEND school in Oldbury, a welcoming secondary setting that supports students with complex needs and autism. The role is full-time and long-term, starting in September, and involves supporting students inside and outside the classroom to maximise engagement and progress.

The successful Level 3 Teaching Assistant will work closely with teaching staff, building positive relationships, and delivering high-quality support tailored to individual needs, while

Qualifications

• Level 3 TA qualification or equivalent.
• Experience supporting children with SEND, particularly autism and complex needs.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build positive relationships.
• Patient, caring and proactive approach.
• A genuine passion for helping young people achieve their potential.

Responsibilities

• Support secondary-aged students with autism and complex needs inside and outside the classroom.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to deliver high-quality support and promote engagement, independence and progress.
• Support behaviour management and communication needs as part of a student-centred approach.

Skills

Level 3 TA

SEND experience

Excellent communication

Patient and proactive

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent

Job description

Are you an experienced Level 3 Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting students with additional needs?

Do you have the resilience, patience and enthusiasm to help young people with autism and complex needs achieve their full potential?

Are you looking for a rewarding full-time, long-term role within a supportive secondary SEND school?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a SEND school in Oldbury, a welcoming secondary SEND school that supports students with complex, profound and multiple learning difficulties, communication and language difficulties, challenging behaviours and acute medical needs. The school provides outstanding support for students with autism, physical disabilities, sensory impairments and complex medical needs, while promoting independence, purposeful choice and celebrating every individual's achievements within a student-centred, family-focused environment.

The school is looking to appoint a dedicated Level 3 Teaching Assistant on a full-time, long-term basis from September. The successful Level 3 Teaching Assistant will support secondary-aged students with autism, complex needs, communication needs and behaviour needs, working closely with teaching staff to deliver high-quality support both inside and outside the classroom while encouraging student engagement, independence and progress.

The successful Level 3 Teaching Assistant will have:

• Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent
• Experience supporting children or young people with SEND, particularly autism and complex needs
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships
• Experience supporting students with communication and behaviour needs
• A patient, caring and proactive approach
• A genuine passion for helping young people achieve their potential

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 £100 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.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.