Teaching Assistant

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Job Description

We are working with a local school in Walsall who are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant (TA).
This role is to provide 1:1 support for a Year 7 pupil with a physical disability, helping them to access the curriculum and participate fully in school life.

This TA Role will include:
  • Working closely with the class teacher and SENCo to support the pupil’s learning and personal care needs.
  • Promote the pupil’s independence, inclusion, and confidence in all school activities.
  • Assist with mobility.
  • Build a positive, trusting relationship with the pupil and their family.
  • Work as part of a supportive team dedicated to creating a nurturing and inclusive environment.
Required Skills and Experience for this Teaching Assistant Role in Walsall:
  • Experience working with children with additional needs is desirable but not essential.
  • A patient, caring and flexible approach.
  • Good communication and teamwork skills.
  • A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
  • Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant) are an advantage but not essential for the right candidate.
Working as a Teaching Assistant for Flourish Education also offers you excellent benefits, including:
  • £88.92 - £100.00 per day, equating to £17,339.40 to £19,500 per annum, based on a full school year.
  • The option of PAYE or Umbrella.
  • Holiday Pay - for PAYE candidates, 12.07% of your day rate is accrued into your holiday pot.
  • Pension Contributions.
  • Free KCSIE-compliant Safeguarding and Prevent Duty Training, including modules relating to legislation, FGM, and abuse.
  • £100 welcome to the team bonus.
  • Refer a Friend bonus scheme.
  • Regular contact throughout the registration process and once you are at work.
This position is based in Walsall, which is easily commutable from nearby suburbs and towns, including Wolverhampton, West Bromwich, Dudley, Willenhall, Great bar, Wednesbury.
How to Apply:
If you are enthusiastic about helping young people in Walsall, apply now or call Amelia at Flourish Education for further information.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Legal:
Flourish Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects every candidate to share this commitment. All candidates are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Flourish Education is acting as an employment and business agency.

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