Teaching Assistants

Fox Hollies School is a maintained special school for students aged 11-19 with severe and complex learning disabilities. We are seeking Level 2 & Level 3 Teaching Assistants who are passionate about SEN education and wish to join our growing school., Appointments may be made at Grade 2 or Grade 3, depending on qualifications, experience and the needs of the school.

Grade 2 roles are suited to candidates who can provide effective class-based support for students, while Grade 3 roles are intended for more experienced and appropriately qualified staff who can take on a broader range of responsibilities, including contributing more directly to planning, assessment and short periods of class cover within agreed parameters.

The positions will be class-based across the school, supporting students aged 11-19 who have severe and complex learning disabilities.

Experience of working with young people or young adults with severe learning disabilities is essential, whether in an education or care setting, and a commitment to supporting personal care is also essential.

Grade 2 salary range (pro rata) £19,388 + SEN allowance, depending on qualifications and experience

Grade 3 salary range (pro rata) £22,361 + SEN allowance, depending on qualifications and experience

Fixed-term dates: 1 September 2026 - 31 August 2027

Due to increased staffing needs linked to the growing number of students requiring additional support, the school is seeking to appoint several Teaching Assistants. These posts are fixed term for one year, with the possibility of becoming permanent at the end of the fixed term, subject to the needs of the school.