Level 2 Teaching Assistant -SEND - Gnosall St Lawrence CE Primary

St Bartholomew’s CE Multi Academy Trust Level 2 Teaching Assistant – SEND 1:1 () Temporary in line with child being in school Term Time Only Grade 3 / Spine Point 5-6

Salary £26,428 - £26,846

Actual Salary £16,895-£17,162

Hours 27.5 hours per week (Monday – Friday) / 44.85 weeks paid

The Trustees are seeking to appoint a Level 2 Teaching Assistant - SEND 1:1

We are looking for Level 2 Teaching Assistant – SEND 1:1.

Gnosall St Lawrence C.E. Primary Academy is a warm, welcoming and community - minded school situated on the outskirts of Staffordshire. As a church school, we are proud of our links to our community and believe passionately in providing the best possible experiences and opportunities for our children and staff.

We are seeking a caring, dedicated, and enthusiastic Level 2 Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a pupil with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher, SENDCo, parents, and external professionals to support the pupil's learning, social development, and emotional wellbeing. The role requires patience, flexibility, and a commitment to helping every child achieve their full potential.

• Provide 1:1 support to a pupil with additional needs.
• Support the implementation of personalised learning and intervention programmes.
• Assist the pupil in accessing the curriculum and participating fully in school life.
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation strategies.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, the SENDCo, and external agencies.
• Monitor and record progress, providing feedback to teachers and relevant staff.
• Support the safeguarding and welfare of pupils at all times.

• Hold a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) or be willing to work towards one.
• Have experience of working with children with SEND, either in a school or similar setting.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be patient, nurturing, and adaptable.
• Have a good understanding of safeguarding responsibilities.
• Be committed to inclusion and ensuring the best outcomes for all children.
• Be able to work effectively as part of a team while using their own initiative.

• St Bartholomew’s CE Primary School, Penn, Wolverhampton
• St Benedict Biscop CE Primary School, Wombourne, South Staffordshire
• Woodfield Primary School, Penn, Wolverhampton
• All Saints’ CE Primary School, Trysull, South Staffordshire
• Oak Meadow Primary School, Wolverhampton
• Fairhaven Primary School, Wordsley, Dudley
• Christ Church CE Primary School, Bloxwich, Walsall
• Gnosall CE Primary Academy, Stafford
• Haughton CE Primary Academy, Stafford
• Woodseaves CE Primary Academy, Stafford
• St Paul’s CE Primary School, Stafford
• Old Church CE Primary School, Walsall
• Abbey Primary School, Walsall
• Tibberton CE Primary School, Newport
• St Lawrence CE Primary School, Telford
• Little Bloxwich Primary School, Walsall

For further information, to discuss the role, or to arrange a visit, please contact:
Sara Wickett, Interim Head of School

St Bartholomew’s CE Multi Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to necessary pre-employment checks, including: an enhanced DBS, Prohibition List, Barred List, Childcare Disqualification (where applicable); qualifications (where applicable); medical fitness; identity and right to work.

All applicants will be required to provide two suitable…