Teaching Assistant L2 (Life of Child) - Y3 Mobility & Learning Support

Walmley Junior School; Sutton Coldfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Walmley Junior School is seeking a caring Level 2 Teaching Assistant to support a Year 3 pupil who uses a wheelchair. You will help the pupil access learning, build independence and take a full part in school life alongside their peers.

Working under the direction of the class teacher and SENDCo, you will support learning, help the pupil move safely around school, provide personal care when needed and follow care and safeguarding procedures, with role-specific training provided.

Qualifications

• Level 2 teaching assistant qualification or equivalent.
• Ability to build positive relationships and promote independence.
• Experience with children with physical disabilities or healthcare needs is welcome.

Responsibilities

• Support the pupil’s learning in class and deliver planned activities and interventions.
• Help the pupil move safely around school and participate in lessons, playtimes, lunchtimes and educational visits.
• Provide personal care and support with delegated healthcare procedures in line with the pupil’s individual healthcare plan.
• Follow agreed mobility and handling arrangements, keep accurate records and work closely with school staff, parents and relevant professionals.

Skills

TA Level 2

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

We are looking for a caring and reliable Level 2 Teaching Assistant to support a Year 3 pupil who uses a wheelchair. You will help the pupil access learning, build independence and take a full part in school life alongside their peers.

Working under the direction of the class teacher and SENDCo, you will:

• Support the pupil’s learning in class and deliver planned activities and interventions.
• Help the pupil move safely around school and participate in lessons, playtimes, lunchtimes and educational visits.
• Provide personal care and support with delegated healthcare procedures in line with the pupil’s individual healthcare plan. Role-specific training will be provided, and you will be assessed as competent before carrying out procedures independently.
• Follow agreed mobility and handling arrangements, keep accurate records and work closely with school staff, parents and relevant professionals.

You will have a Level 2 teaching assistant qualification, an equivalent qualification or relevant experience. You will be able to build positive relationships, promote the pupil’s dignity and independence, and follow care procedures accurately. Experience supporting children with physical disabilities or healthcare needs would be welcome.

Safeguarding Statement

Walmley Junior School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, online checks and all other safer recruitment requirements in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

References

All applicants will be required to provide two suitable references

Short-listed candidates

An online search will also be carried out as part of due diligence on all short-listed candidates

Rehabilitation of Offenders

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Which means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’, so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account.

Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.

Safeguarding is our top priority. We encourage all applicants to review our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy, which outlines our commitment to the safety and wellbeing of students.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016).

Therefore, the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Appointments can be made by telephoning the school office.