Teaching Assistant – Level 2 25 hours per week - Term Time INSET days Grade 3 – £25,583 FTE (actual salary £15,010) Fixed Term until 31/08/2028 - subject to EHCP funding To commence as soon as possible Cheslyn Hay Primary Academy are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join our team, providing tailored support to pupils in Key Stage 2 (KS2) with autism and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. The role involves working with more than one pupil, all of whom have Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). Support will be delivered on an individual or small group basis, dependent upon need and in accordance with the EHCPs. The successful candidate will be responsible for: Providing targeted support for pupils with autism and SEMH needs in KS2, delivered on a 1:1 or small groupbasis as appropriate. Assist with the implementation of Passports for Learning (IEPs) in line with pupils’ EHCPs. Promote positive regulation strategies and support emotional wellbeing. Use de‑escalation approaches to support pupils in managing heightened emotions and behaviours. Adapt classroom activities and resources to meet identified needs. Foster a positive, inclusive, and safe learning environment. Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCo, and external professionals. Support pupils’ social, emotional, and academic development. This list is an example of duties and is not exhaustive. Please see the job description for a more comprehensive list. We are looking for someone who: Experience working with children with autism and/or SEMH needs (desirable). Experience promoting positive regulation strategies and supporting de‑escalation (desirable). A patient, empathetic, and flexible approach. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Relevant qualifications (e.g. Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant or equivalent) are desirable but not essential. We can offer you: A warm and welcoming atmosphere Friendly children who are proud of their school A strong and dedicated staff team The closing date for applications is 3:00pm on Thursday 21 st May and should be returned either by email to office@cheslynhayprimary.academy or to the school office clearly labelled FAO the Headteacher, Craig Griffiths at the address below. If applicants are successful, they will be contacted and invited for interview on 4:00pm on Friday 22 nd May. Cheslyn Hay Primary Academy Saredon Road Cheslyn Hay Walsall WS6 7JQ Tel:01922 667950 Email: office@cheslynhayprimary.academy This job involves working with children and is therefore subject to an enhanced criminal records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service which will require you to disclose details of all unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application. It is an offence to apply for any role with Cheslyn Hay Primary Academy if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children. Our School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.