Teaching Assistant Level 2 at The Heights Academy

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Job Reference #

EDV/2026/HA/95144

Location

Auckland Drive, Solihull, West Midlands, B36 0DD

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Term

Full-Time

Salary

£24,891.00 - £26,930.00 Annually (FTE)
Actual: £19063 - £20625 + SEN Allowwance. Cost of living pay uplift pending from 1st April 2026 (subject to agreement)

Hours Per Week

32.5

Closing Date

9:00am, Fri 10th Jul, 2026

Start Date

01/09/2026

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

Interview Date(s)

14/07/2026

Interview Date(s) 14/07/2026

About this Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Teaching Assistant Level 2 to join us!

The Heights Academy opened in September 2023 in a brand-new build, and this is a unique and exciting opportunity to be part of the next stage of the journey of growth and development. Initially we are open to pupils in Key Stage 2 and Key Stage 3, but over time, will grow to cater for 116 pupils across Key Stage 2, 3 and 4. All of our pupils have an EHCP with a diagnosis of Autism.

At Forward Education Trust we clearly state our mission - empowering children and young people to live their best lives. This is encompassed in our 3 core values: working together with purpose; nurturing potential; inspiring success.

Teaching Assistants are responsible for supporting and leading small groups and individuals with Maths, English, Reading, SEMH, vocational and practical activities, supporting pupils to develop resilience, social skills and self-esteem, and deploying effective strategies for supporting pupils with a range of behavioural needs.

The successful candidate will have:

A compassionate and patient nature

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Empathy and understanding towards diverse needs

Eagerness to learn and grow in an inclusive educational setting

Dedication to fostering a positive and nurturing learning environment

A NVQ 2 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent qualifications or experience

All applicants In line with our commitment to safeguarding will be subject to enhanced DBS disclosure, proof of the right to work in the UK, satisfactory references , an online search, evidence of required qualifications and medical clearance. 

Benefits:

Forward Education Trust is committed to recruiting and retaining the highest quality staff. To do this, we have an Employee Value Proposition offering a range of benefits to help our staff on a personal and professional level, which includes:

· Local Government Pension Scheme

· FET HUB – information all in one place, access to a range of benefits

· Paid for Health Cash Plan – employee and dependent children benefit – option to add partner

· Staff voice - consultation with staff on a range of issues and ideas

· Comprehensive induction and probation support and a supportive appraisal system

· Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme – free confidential advice, with face-to-face consultations

· Learning and development – including online learning and other resources

· Access to discounts and offers from Reward Gateway and My Perks

· Mental Health First Aiders

· Wellbeing package and family friendly policies

· Rewards and awards throughout the year, in line with Trust behaviours and values

Closing Date for Applications: 10th July 2026

Interview Date: 14th July 2026

The Trust may review applications upon receipt and may call applicants for interview prior to the advert closing date. Therefore, you are encouraged to make an early application for this role, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date. 

Please note that only fully completed Forward Education Trust Application forms will be accepted; we will not read accompanying Curriculum Vitae (CV) or accept them in place of an application form. 

If you do not hear from the school within 14 days of the closing date, please assume that your application has not been shortlisted. The successful applicants will require an enhanced DBS check and will be subject to relevant pre-employment checks. 

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. 

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role. 

An online search will also be carried out for all shortlisted candidates.

Forward Education Trust is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate must promote this ethos.

The successful candidate will be subject to all necessary pre-employment checks, including enhanced DBS; Prohibition check; Childcare Disqualification; qualifications, medical fitness; identity and right to work and references.