Special School Teaching Assistant – Support & Inspire Students

Wightwick Hall School; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Wightwick Hall School on the Wolverhampton/South Staffordshire border seeks a Grade 3 (Level 1) Teaching Assistant – General (Special School) for Monday to Friday, term time, 30.25 hours per week. FTE salary £26,427.

Candidates with NVQ3 or equivalent, experience with pupils with additional needs, and the ability to work in a team are invited. Closing date 2 November 2026 (Midday); interviews 5 November 2026. The school is committed to safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Experience with or caring for children with additional needs, including complex behavioural and medical needs.
• Ability to work constructively as part of a team and on own initiative.
• Demonstrates support and shows mutual respect to students.

Skills

Experience with additional needs

Teamwork and initiative

Mutual respect for students

Education

NVQ3 or equivalent qualification

Job description

Wightwick Hall School on the Wolverhampton/South Staffordshire border seeks a Grade 3 (Level 1) Teaching Assistant – General (Special School) for Monday to Friday, term time, 30.25 hours per week. FTE salary £26,427.

Candidates with NVQ3 or equivalent, experience with pupils with additional needs, and the ability to work in a team are invited. Closing date 2 November 2026 (Midday); interviews 5 November 2026. The school is committed to safeguarding.