Teaching Assistant: Empower Students, Support Learning

Coast and Vale Learning Trust; Walsall; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on everyday purchases

Comprehensive health plan

Cycle to work scheme

Blue Light Card

Job summary

The Mercian Trust is hiring a Teaching Assistant Level 2 at Oakwood School in Walsall to support children aged 3-15 with complex needs. You will work under teachers to support learning, care and personal development, ensuring safety and access to activities.

You will assist with Individual Education Plans, monitor progress, help implement strategies, and promote inclusive practice. The role requires ICT use, teamwork, and safeguarding training; a NVQ Level 2 or equivalent is preferred.

Qualifications

• ICT skills to support learning activities.
• Familiar with safeguarding and child protection policies.
• Experience with learning supports for SEN pupils.
• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification required.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils' learning under supervision.
• Supervise pupils and support those with SEN.
• Assist with IEPs, Behaviour Plans and Personal Care programmes.
• Establish positive relationships with pupils and carers.
• Promote inclusion and independence in learning activities.
• Provide feedback on progress to teachers.
• Attend to pupils’ personal needs as required.
• Maintain a purposeful and orderly learning environment.
• Assist with planning learning activities and resources.
• Monitor and record pupil progress as directed.
• Support with ICT use and technology access.
• Accompany staff on visits and activities.

Skills

ICT for learning

Teamwork

Communication

Child protection awareness

First aid basics

Numeracy & literacy

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Supporting Teaching & Learning

TDA induction for teaching assistants

Tools

Video equipment

Photocopier

Job description

The Mercian Trust is hiring a Teaching Assistant Level 2 at Oakwood School in Walsall to support children aged 3-15 with complex needs. You will work under teachers to support learning, care and personal development, ensuring safety and access to activities.

You will assist with Individual Education Plans, monitor progress, help implement strategies, and promote inclusive practice. The role requires ICT use, teamwork, and safeguarding training; a NVQ Level 2 or equivalent is preferred.