Overview
An exciting opportunity has become available for a Teaching Assistant to join the Ivy House team. Ivy House School is a special school for pupils aged 2-19. We offer a happy and supportive environment, where pupils are given the best opportunities through an individualised curriculum and pathway.
Join Shaw Education Trust – Support, Teach, Lead… Make the Remarkable Happen. Shaw Education Trust is a dynamic and growing family of Primary, Secondary, and Special Schools, proudly serving communities from Birmingham to Bury. Our mission is to unlock opportunity for every young person—whatever their background, ability, or starting point. We believe every role holds the power to transform a life and strive to create a culture where you feel supported, motivated, and inspired to make a real difference.
Responsibilities
* You will work under the direct instruction of teaching staff, usually in the classroom with the teacher.
* Provide specific support to the teacher in the care of pupils and management of the classroom.
* Work may be undertaken in the classroom or outside the main teaching area.
Qualifications and Experience
* NVQ Level 2 or demonstration of knowledge and skill or experience.
* Assist children in matters of personal needs and their general health including first aid training, medical support and welfare matters.
* Good understanding of areas of learning for students with SEND e.g. Literacy, Numeracy, Science, SEN & Early Years.
* Experience of supporting children’s learning in a school or similar setting.
* Have the motivation to work with children and young people.
About the School and Trust
At Ivy House School we believe that it is imperative that everyone within our community is: “working together to inspire, nurture and empower”. This vision captures the importance of the multidisciplinary approach from all stakeholders including families, education, social care and health professionals to ensure that we create an offer for our learners that is aspirational (Inspire), offers holistic and personal development, removing barriers to learning (Nurture) and enables students to be as independent as possible so that they are well prepared for life after school, into adulthood and ensuring that no dream is out of reach (Empower).
Our pupils like to come to school. They are justifiably proud of what they achieve and enjoy celebrating not only their own successes but also those of their friends and other peers from across the school. We have a highly motivated, professional and well-trained team of staff who work collaboratively with parents, carers and other professionals to ensure that all aspects of our offer meet the needs of each of our pupils.
Join Shaw Education Trust – Support, Teach, Lead… Make the Remarkable Happen. At Shaw Education Trust, we believe every role holds the power to transform a life. Whether you\'re supporting behind the scenes, inspiring in the classroom, or leading with vision, you’ll be part of something extraordinary. We are a dynamic and growing family of Primary, Secondary, and Special Schools, proudly serving communities from Birmingham to Bury. Our people are our greatest asset, and we are deeply committed to their growth. Through high-quality training, apprenticeships, talent acceleration, and research opportunities, we empower our staff to thrive as skilled, confident professionals and we champion wellbeing, value every voice, and create a culture where you feel supported, motivated, and inspired to make a real difference.
You will join a collaborative network of schools where shared expertise and professional community fuel success. Every academy in our Trust has an equal voice, and every colleague plays a vital part in shaping tailored learning experiences that raise aspirations and build brighter futures. At the heart of our work is a deep respect for the children and young adults we serve—our “precious cargo.”
We are proud to "exactly like nothing else” and bridge the gap between education and the wider world, preparing every student for further education, employment, or training in inclusive environments where integrity, equality, and opportunity thrive. If you have the heart, passion, and drive to help shape lives and create futures filled with promise, we would love you to join our incredible team.
Benefits, Salary, and Contract
* Actual Salary: £18,685-£19,280
* Working hours: 32.5 hours per week, term time only plus 5 days INSET
* Contract type: fixed term until the end of the year (July 2026)
* Shaw Education Trust and staff benefits include Local Government Pension Scheme (Support Staff) / Teachers Pension (Teaching Staff), generous holiday entitlement, Medicash Health & Wellbeing Plan, discounts, eye tests, cycle to work, and professional development opportunities through the Trust’s Institute of Education and SCITT.
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