Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Level 2 Teaching Assistant (SCP 7 - 11) – KS1

32.5 hrs per week, Term Time plus INSET days.

Salary range £26,403 - £28,142 Pro rata

Permanent

The Executive Headteacher and Governors of Leighswood School are seeking to appoint a committed Level 2 Teaching Assistant to work in our KS1 Specialist Resourced Provision classroom.

These are new roles as we are opening our Specialist Resourced Provision for children with Communication and Interaction needs in the autumn term. The successful candidates will work in classes with a Class Teacher, at least 1 additional Teaching Assistant, and up to 8 children.

The successful candidate will work alongside our SENCo, KS1 Specialist Resource Provision Teacher and wider Inclusion Team, as well as our dedicated team of teachers and teaching support staff.

The successful candidate will have access to, and work closely with, Cadmus Inclusive who provide exceptional SEN advice and support for schools across and well beyond Walsall.

• Is a highly skilled teaching assistant
• Has a passion and enthusiasm for inclusive education.
• Is inspiring and energetic.
• Demonstrates enthusiasm, initiative, and flexibility.
• Has a proven track record of supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.
• Shares our commitment to working in partnership with parents, governors and our federation.
• Has excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• A commitment to your professional development
• A newly completed, bespoke learning environment
• A well-resourced school with an amazing outdoor learning offer
• An enthusiastic staff and committed staff team

Leighswood School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Shortlisted candidates must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, such as checks from previous employment and online checks, in line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025 guidelines.

It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. The successful candidate will have an enhanced DBS check prior to appointment. Further information can be found in our Child Protection Policy.