Teaching Assistant Grade 2 - 22.50 hours per week

Finstall First SchoolCarnforth RoadBromsgroveWorcestershireB60 2HS Tel -[phone removed] E-mail – [email removed] Level 2 Teaching Assistant (TA2) - Fixed Term Contract (EHCP funded 1:1 support) We will review the contract in 12 months’ time and would hope to extend this, subject to sufficient EHCP funding.  22 hours 30 min per week / (Monday-Friday 8.50am – 1.20pm) About the RoleWe are seeking to appoint a compassionate, patient, and dedicated Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join our staffing team at Finstall First School.  The majority of the role will be to provide focused 1:1 support for a pupil with Cognition and Learning needs and an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). The successful candidate will be able to build a positive, trusting relationship with the child while working collaboratively with parents/carers, school staff, and other relevant professionals.  This is a specialist 1:1 position, supporting the child to engage fully with teaching and learning, participate in all aspects of school life, and develop increasing independence.  The role will also involve 1 hour 40 minutes of lunchtime support each day.   The role is term-time only and involves working 22 hours 30 min per week, including attendance on specified INSET days. We are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements and welcome discussions about alternative working patterns where these can meet the needs of both the child and the school.  A proposed timetable is attached.  Contract TypeThis is a fixed-term post that is linked to the provision of additional support required under a pupil's Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), together with the corresponding funding allocated to the school. The role has been created specifically to provide dedicated 1:1 support for an individual pupil and will remain in place for as long as this EHCP-funded provision is required. The contract will therefore end when the need for this additional support no longer exists, such as if the pupil leaves the school, the EHCP is reviewed and amended resulting in reduced support requirements, or the associated funding is withdrawn.  Pay RangeGrade TA2 - Spinal Column Point 5-6 (£14,116.30 - £14,340.65) per annum at 22 hours 30 min per week.   We are looking for someone who: Enjoys working with children and helping them to achieve their bestCan build positive relationships with pupils and colleaguesHas excellent communication skills and a flexible, team-focused approachIs patient, reliable and committed to supporting the ethos of our school The role will involve  Supporting children’s learning and developmentProviding high quality classroom support to pupils and staff.Supporting targeted pupils who need additional help to overcome specific barriers to learning In return, we offer: A welcoming, supportive school communityWell behaved, considerate and happy children who enjoy learning in this well-resourced environmentOpportunities to work across different year groups and develop your skillsThe support of an enthusiastic, happy, dedicated and effective teamThe chance to make a real difference in the lives of our childrenCPD opportunities to further develop your knowledge and skills  This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who would like to join our team.  Visits to the school are welcome and highly recommended.  Visits will take place on the following dates: Thursday 5th November at 9.00am Wednesday 11th November at 9.00amMonday 16th November at 1.00pm Application forms and an Information Pack are available from the school office.  If you can’t make the specified visits, please contact us and we will try to find a mutually convenient time. Please note that we currently have two Teaching Assistant roles advertised.  Please ensure that it is clear which role you wish to apply for, or if you wish to be considered for both roles.   Closing date: Thursday 19th November 2026 at 3.00pm Interviews to be held: Week Beginning 30th November 2026 The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to the school’s safer-recruitment procedures and an enhanced DBS check. All applicants will be required to provide two suitable references.