Teaching Assistants (Level 2 & 3) - Haughton School

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Telford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading special educational needs provision in Telford is seeking dynamic Teaching Assistants (Level 2 & 3) for permanent roles. You will support students with learning difficulties, including Autism, fostering an inclusive environment. The role requires commitment, resilience, and relevant experience in educational settings. Starting date is 1st September 2025, with applications due by 30th June 2025.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting learners with Autism and communication difficulties.
• Strong commitment to inclusive education.
• Ability to work flexibly in a challenging environment.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers and children in specialist classrooms.
• Assist in the inclusion of students in mainstream settings.
• Provide necessary support for students to reach their full potential.

Skills

Understanding of Autism

Communication Skills

Flexibility

Resilience

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Relevant experience in supporting children with special educational needs

Job description

Teaching Assistants Level 2 & Level 3 - permanent – 32.5 hours per week

Haughton School (main site)
Queen Street, Madeley, Telford

And

Hollinswood Primary School (Haughton hub)

Dale Acre Way, Hollinswood, Telford

Term Time + 5 PD Days
Scale 2 (Level 2) £12.60 – £12.65 per hour
Scale 3 (Level 3) £12.85 – £13.05 per hour

Start Date: 1st September 2025 (subject to Safer Recruitment checks)

Haughton School is a primary special educational needs provision for children with moderate / complex learning difficulties. Children also have additional needs that may relate to communication & interaction difficulties, social, emotional and mental health difficulties, sensory and physical / medical needs.

The Haughton Hub at Hollinswood Primary School is a specialist provision meeting the needs of children with communication and interaction difficulties, the majority of whom have a diagnosis of Autism and an associated learning difficulty.

We are looking for dynamic, energetic, flexible, and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants who are committed to an inclusive approach.Your role will be to support teachers and children within the specialist classroom and in their inclusion in the mainstream setting where appropriate.You will be committed to providing the best opportunities for our rewarding but sometimes challenging group of learners and ensuring every child is supported to achieve their full potential.

The successful candidates will demonstrate a sound understanding of the specialist approaches that work best with children who have difficulties associated with communication and interaction and in particular, Autism.They will be able to evidence their knowledge, skills and experience in successfully supporting these children to reach their potential within an educational setting.

A flexible approach, a sense of humour, reliability, punctuality, stamina, resilience, and the ability to work under pressure are essential.

We operate a Safeguarding Policy which promotes the welfare of children.

Closing Date: Monday 30th June 25 (5.00 pm)

Interviews will be held on: Wednesday 9th July 25

To Apply:

Application forms should be completed in full and emailed [e-mail]. The appointment will be subject to enhanced DBS (CRB) clearance for the successful applicant. We are committed to equality and diversity.

Attached documents
Level 2 Teaching Assistant - Job Description
Schools Application Form
Level 3 Teaching Assistant Job Description
Application Form
Level 2 Job Description (Teaching Assistant)
L3 Job Description (Teaching Assistant)