SEND Teaching Assistant Level 2

Bicton Church of England Primary School and Nursery; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD opportunities

Strong leadership team

Supportive governors

Job summary

Bicton CE Primary School and Nursery in Shrewsbury is seeking a confident SEND Teaching Assistant (Level 2) on a fixed-term contract to 31/08/2027. The role is 28.75 hours per week and may be combined with a Lunchtime Supervisor post for 2.5 hours per week, depending on interview discussions.

Requirements include Level 2 TA qualification or equivalent and experience of working with children in an educational setting.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children in an educational setting.
• Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
• Support SEND pupils within Key Stage classrooms.

Responsibilities

• Predominantly support SEND pupils within Key Stage classrooms.

Skills

Experience with children

Patience

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Overview

Bicton CE Primary School and Nursery, a school within Shropshire Church of England Academies Trust, are looking for a confident and knowledgeable SEND Teaching Assistant (Level 2) to join their staff team. The successful candidate will predominantly support SEND pupils within the Key Stage classrooms.

Note: This is a fixed-term role.

Contract and Hours

Fixed Term (to 31/08/2027 in the first instance). 28.75 hours per week. The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to combine this post with a Lunchtime Supervisor role for 2.5 hours per week. This can be discussed at interview.

Organisation

Bicton CE Primary School and Nursery is a village school with strong links with the local community. We have high expectations of all our children, staff and governors and we strive to provide an environment where everyone is respected and valued. We help children to develop perseverance and resilience and celebrate their own and others’ success.

Responsibilities

• Predominantly support SEND pupils within Key Stage classrooms.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate needs to be patient, with a warm and friendly attitude and have the passion and determination to succeed.

Requirements

• Experience of working with children in an educational setting.
• Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent qualification.

We can offer you

• Many opportunities for high quality CPD
• A strong forward thinking leadership team
• Highly motivated staff and supportive governors

Safeguarding and Equality

Shropshire Church of England Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils and expects all those working at the Trust or within its schools to share this commitment. The Trust is required under law and guidance to check the criminal background of all employees. Decisions to appoint will be subject to consideration of an Enhanced Disclosure, including a Barred List check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Because of the nature of the work for which you are applying, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).

The successful applicant will be required to complete a confidential medical questionnaire. The Trust may carry out an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence and in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. This may help identify any incidents or issues that have happened and are publicly available online, which we may wish to explore with you at interview.

Shropshire Church of England Academies Trust is committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring check.