In the first instance the post holder will be directed to work with a specific child who has a range of complex needs, however, the school will deploy you to work with groups and classes as necessary to support the broader needs of the school if required. 

The successful candidate will need to be trauma informed, have awareness of children in care and adherence to bespoke behaviour and support plans.

In the first instance the post holder will be directed to work with a specific child who has a range of complex needs, however, the school will deploy you to work with groups and classes as necessary to support the broader needs of the school if required. 

The school holds the nationally acclaimed Best Practice Teaching Assistant Award which demonstrates our commitment to supporting TAs as a professional and fully integrated part of the school team.

The successful applicants will receive bespoke training (depending on experience) to develop knowledge, skill sets, understanding and effectiveness. This ensures that we offer the best educational and pastoral support for our primary age students. 

A visit to the school and/or a discussion with a member of the senior management team is highly recommended. Please contact the school office on 01543 480369 and ask for Ian Mitchell.

Fixed Term Contract 32.5 hours per week (The funding for this position is potentially until July 2027 but will be reviewed on a termly cycle)

Shenstone Lodge School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.  This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. 

As part of the shortlisting process, the school will undertake an online search as part of our due diligence which may help identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which the school or college might want to explore with the applicant at interview.

'By engaging in this recruitment process, shortlisted candidates consent to an online search in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education Statutory Guidance 2024'

'Please note this post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, Online checks and satisfactory references prior to interview’

'Shenstone Lodge is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people'

You will find our policies (including Safeguarding, Safer Recruitment and Disclosure of a Criminal Conviction) here Policies - Shenstone Lodge School 

Closing date: 12.00 noon Friday 9^th January 2026

Interview date: Friday 16^th January 2026

Start Date – as soon as possible following all recruitment requirements (DBS, References etc)

The content of this job description will be reviewed with the post holder on an annual basis in line with the School’s performance and development review policy. Any significant change in level of accountability that could result in a change to the grade must be discussed with the post holder and the relevant trade union before submitting for re- evaluation.