Teaching Assistant Grade 1 / 2

Job Introduction

Job Title:  Teaching Assistant Grade 1 / 2
Salary:  TA1 SCP2– 4 + SEN1, TA2 SCP5 – 6 + SEN1
Hours: 32.5 hours per week TTO
Location:  Wyre Forest School
Permanent 
  

An exciting opportunity has arisen, to help shape the future within this fully generic all-age special school.  

It is preferable that candidates will have recent practical experience of working with children in a learning context, and ideally of children or young adults with SEN. They should also have a sound working knowledge of child development.  

Candidates may have the opportunity to gain Teaching Assistant qualifications.  

Disclosure Barring Service (DBS)
This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of criminal records via the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands, or final warnings, as well as convictions. The County Council has a commitment to safeguarding service users in our care.

Equality & Diversity: We are committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.

Application Closing Date: 15 May 2026 
 Anticipated Interview Date: 3 June 2026