Teaching Assistant (Level2) - Walton-on-Trent CofE Primary School

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Swadlincote; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Join John Taylor Multi Academy Trust (JTMAT) as a Teaching Assistant (Level 2) on a fixed-term basis until 31.08.26. The role involves supporting SEND pupils, collaborating within the school community, and fostering professional development. If you are dedicated and passionate about educational excellence, we'd love to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting SEND pupils on a 1:1 basis.
• Ability to work effectively within the class and broader school community.
• Proactive, resourceful, and adaptable.

Responsibilities

• Support SEND pupils on a 1:1 basis.
• Work within the classroom and engage with the school community.
• Commit to professional growth and reflect on practices.

Skills

Support for SEND pupils

Working effectively in school community

Proactive and adaptable

Reflective and committed to professional growth

Job description

Teaching Assistant (Level 2)
Fixed-term until 31.08.26, 32.5 hours per week, term-time only

Salary: Grade 4 (SCP 5-6) £24,790 - £25,183 per annum pro rata
Actual salary £18,812.95 – £19,111.20

John Taylor Multi Academy Trust (JTMAT) values education as a tool for improving lives. We are seeking an experienced, dedicated, and caring teaching assistant to join our dynamic team.

The ideal candidate will:
- Have experience supporting SEND pupils on a 1:1 basis
- Work effectively within the class and broader school community
- Be proactive, resourceful, and adaptable
- Be reflective and committed to professional growth

If you are passionate about excellence and share our vision, we offer the opportunity to be part of a successful, progressive Trust committed to student learning.

To discuss this role, contact Leanne Gaffiney via email at [e-mail] or call 01283 716 151. Visits are welcome.

Completed applications should be sent to [e-mail]. Only fully completed forms will be considered; CVs are not accepted.

Closing date: 12 noon on Monday 7th July
Interviews: Wednesday 9th July

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). Certain convictions are considered protected and do not need to be disclosed. For guidance, visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974. An online search may be conducted before interview to verify publicly available information. Please review our Privacy Notice for Job Applicants.

John Taylor MAT is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults. Pre-employment checks include an enhanced disclosure and barring service check. Our Safeguarding Policy is available on our website. We encourage applicants to review it before applying.