Teaching Assistant Level 3 - Haughton

Haughton School
Main Site
Queen Street,
Madeley,
Telford
TF7 4BW

Teaching Assistants

32.5 hours per week
Term Time + PD Days Scale 3 (Level 3) £10.01 - £10.21 per hour
Start Date: ASAP (subject to Safer Recruitment checks)


Haughton School is a primary special educational needs provision for children with moderate / complex learning difficulties. 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.

For further information on the role please click on the links below.

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.


Closing Date: Monday 1st November 21 (5.00 pm)
Interviews will be held on Monday 8th November 21

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.

Supporting documents
Job Description & Person Specification
Application Forms