Teaching Assistants Level 2 & 3 Permanent – 32.5 hours per week Locations: Haughton main site (Madeley, Telford) and specialist hubs Term Time 5 PD Days Scale 2 (Level 2) £12.85 - £13.05 per hour Scale 3 (Level 3) £13.26 - £13.47 per hour Start Date: ASAP (subject to Safer Recruitment checks) Haughton School is a Primary Special School for children with moderate to severe learning difficulties and complex needs. Children also have additional needs that may relate to communication & interaction difficulties, social, emotional and mental health difficulties, sensory and physical / medical needs. We are looking for dynamic, energetic, flexible, and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants who are committed to an inclusive approach. Your role will be to support teachers and children within the specialist classroom and in their inclusion in the mainstream setting where appropriate. You will be committed to providing the best opportunities for our rewarding but sometimes challenging group of learners and ensuring every child is supported to achieve their full potential. The successful candidates will demonstrate a sound understanding of the specialist approaches that work best with children who have difficulties associated with communication and interaction and in particular, Autism. They will be able to evidence their knowledge, skills and experience in successfully supporting these children to reach their potential within an educational setting. A flexible approach, a sense of humour, reliability, punctuality, stamina, resilience, and the ability to work under pressure are essential. We operate a Safeguarding Policy which promotes the welfare of children. Shortlisted candidates must complete a criminal record self-disclosure form. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. Closing Date: Friday 7th November 25 (5.00 pm) Interviews will be held on: Thursday 20th November 25. To Apply Application forms should be completed in full and emailed to haughton.jobs@taw.org.uk. The appointment will be subject to enhanced DBS (CRB) clearance for the successful applicant. We are committed to equality and diversity. Attached documents School Application Form Notes School Application Form Job Description - Level 2 L3 Teaching Assistant Job Description