Job Description
Teaching Assistant
Required for ASAP
Are you a highly motivated individual and have a passion for working with children with SEND?
Do you have a desire and commitment to raise the achievement of students at all levels?
We are seeking an inspirational teaching assistant as soon as possible to join our Support for Learning team.
We are looking for an individual who is dedicated to supporting children’s learning and is able to demonstrate initiative and the ability to organise and communicate effectively.
Some experience of working within a school environment would be helpful but is not essential as training and ongoing support will be provided for the successful applicant.
Idsall School is a heavily oversubscribed 11-18 rural school with excellent facilities throughout the school. You will be joining the school at an exciting stage of its development.
We offer a welcoming, friendly, hard-working and committed team of colleagues whom, at all levels, are dedicated to making a difference to the children in their care.
The Marches Academy Trust values each person equally. We are committed to building a diverse team and embedding a welcoming, inclusive culture that encourages diversity and authenticity. We believe this will encourage creative ways of thinking – ensuring we collaborate more effectively and achieve better outcomes. We welcome applicants from all qualified candidates who share this commitment.
Closing date for applications is midday on Friday 8th May 2026We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children in our care and expect all staff to share this commitment. Shortlisted applicants will be asked to declare any criminal convictions and will be subject to online checks. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Our reference: AGS612
Vacancy: Teaching Assistant
Location: Shifnal, Shropshire
Salary: Grade 5 Spinal Points 5 - 6 (£12.85 - £13.06)
Hours: Monday to Friday 8.50 – 15.20 – Term Time Only plus 2 PD Days
Contract: Permanent
Smart Hire are advertising on behalf of Idsall School