Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Central England Academy Trust provides excellent education to learners in Nuneaton and the surrounding areas. We have five schools:
Oak Wood Primary School, Oak Wood Secondary School, Michael Drayton Junior School, Higham Lane School and Higham Lane North Academy. Together, we offer a comprehensive education to students aged 4 to 19 in both mainstream and SEND settings. We are a diverse Trust that celebrates individual learning needs, including profound, severe, and complex learning needs.

Oak Wood Primary School is a successful specialist setting for children aged from 4 to 11 with a broad spectrum of special educational needs and learning disabilities. We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated level 3 Teaching Assistant who will plan and lead opportunities for our pupils. Candidates are required to be skilled in using proactive behaviour management strategies to ensure best possible outcomes for all pupils.

As a growing Academy Trust, we are committed to developing our workforce and encourage all staff to participate in a range of professional development opportunities.

We welcome applicants who either hold a Level 3 teaching assistant qualification or are currently working towards obtaining the qualification. Please see job description for full requirements of the role.

At Central England Academy Trust, our staff are our most precious resource. Our offer to staff includes:

• Competitive remuneration package
• A generous defined benefit pension scheme
• Excellent continuous professional development
• Bespoke training and support from the Trust team to meet your needs
• Employee Assistance Programme, providing practical and emotional support
• Employee benefits scheme, offering discount on everyday and lifestyle essentials
• Free, onsite parking
• Subsidised eye care for extended users of VDU
• Health Cash Plan
• Gym memberships scheme
• Cycle to work scheme

The successful applicants will also be expected to undergo core training.

Applicants are to compose an A4 letter detailing why you feel you would be suitable for the role and attach it to your application.

https://centralen

Closing Date:
Tuesday 20th January 2026 at 12pm

Interview Date:
Wednesday 11th February 2026

Start Date:

ASAP

Central England Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Posts subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.