Level 2 SEND Teaching Assistant

Forest Lodge Academy requires - A Level 2 Teaching Assistant (Fixed Term until 10th July 2026)

Salary: NJC Point 7 -12 - £18,550.12 (Actual salary per Annum on NJC Point 7) - 30 Hours per week

Hours of work: 8.40 - 3.10 pm with 30 Minutes for Lunch.

Forest Lodge Academy is a happy and friendly community school where children enjoy all aspects of school life. 

We have a passionate team who are committed to providing the highest standards of education for all our learners.

Would you like to have the opportunity to be part of a fabulous team and work in a vibrant school where;

• There is strong teamwork and clear leadership committed to do whatever it takes to improve pupil progress 

• There are high quality care and safeguarding arrangements

• There is a positive climate where pupils are happy and enjoy their learning

• There is a support and commitment to continued professional development

We are looking for an excellent Level 2 SEND Teaching Assistant to join our school team who;

• Has experience of working/supporting pupils with SEND or a desire to do so

• GCSE pass level or equivalent qualification in Maths/Numeracy & English or significant demonstrable experience in a similar role

• Has excellent knowledge of children's early developmental needs

• Is a team player with good interpersonal skills

• Effective communication skills enabling professional dialogues with all staff and stakeholders

• Resilience and flexibility of adapting and using initiative in a variety of situations in a timely manner

• Ability to use relevant technology/equipment

• A can do approach to a variety of situations

• Is positive in their approach to their work and with all members of the school community

• Is patient, caring, understanding, positive and supportive

In return, we offer:

• An extremely strong, dynamic, supportive, team and friendly working environment where collaboration is paramount with high aspirations for all pupils and staff

• Passionate, enthusiastic pupils who are willing to learn

• A positive caring ethos where all are valued

• An enriched, engaging broad and balanced curriculum

• A strong commitment to your professional development and career opportunities

• A fantastically resourced school and site

• Trust benefits

Forest Lodge had an OFSTED Inspection (June 2022) where we were graded as GOOD and are part of L.E.A.D. Multi-Academy Trust.

Closing date for applications is Thursday 23rd October 2025 at 12.00 noon

Interviews will take place on Friday 31st October 2025

Start Date: as soon as possible

Visits to the school are highly recommended. Please contact Teresa Shellard, our School Business Manager to arrange a visit. 0116-287-1220