Teaching Assistant, Grade 2 - Walkwood of England Middle School

Teaching Assistant, Grade 2 - Walkwood Church of England Middle School

We are looking for a teaching assistant who:

• Demonstrates the ability to provide efficient and effective support to pupils and staff through a fully inclusive approach
• Assesses and reports on pupils’ development, progress and attainment
• Is able to provide effective pastoral care and understanding of all pupils
• Is proactive, flexible and works effectively as part of a team
• Has excellent communication skills with pupils and all stakeholders
• Is a reflective practitioner
• Has experience of working with pupils with Autism and SEND
• Has experience working in an Autism Base or would like the opportunity to do so alongside working in mainstream setting
• Is committed to their own professional development
• Is committed to promoting our Christian Ethos and values
• Has GCSE passes in Maths and English (4+)

We can offer:

• • A committed and supportive leadership team
• Wonderful, motivated children
• A commitment to your future professional development
• Support from the whole community of our church school
• Support from The Spire Trust (currently in process of joining)

Previous experience is desirable for this role, although not essential. Experience working with children with autism and other additional needs is desirable or at least a willingness to gain experience, together with GCSE passes in Maths and English (C/4+) or equivalent.

Walkwood Church of England Middle School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS check including a Children’s Barring List Check. If you are barred from working with children you are breaking the law if you apply for this post.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

Hours: 8:30am - 3:40pm (including 30 minute lunch break) — 33 hours 20 minutes per week, term time only plus 5 Inset days

Grade: Scale 2, SCP 3-4 £ 24,027 - £24,404, Actual Salary - £19,312 - £19,869 p.a.

Closing Date: Friday, 1st May 2026 at 9am.