Teachings Assistants

Are you a proactive Teaching Assistant looking to enhance your career in Special Education? Due to the expansion of SEN pupils joining Two Rivers High School, this is a unique opportunity to join a nurturing and specialist setting. Two Rivers High School is a generic special school based in Tamworth. We currently have 285 pupils (expanding to 310 pupils in September 2026) with a variety of special needs. This is a very exciting time to be joining us on our journey, having retained our Ofsted “Outstanding” judgement for the 5th time in a row. We can offer a supportive environment with outstanding role models, smaller class sizes and the opportunity to be creative within the curriculum and lessons. We are looking to recruit 5 x Teaching Assistant posts on permanent basis to join our excellent team, on a 32.5 hour per week contract, term time only. Required to start as soon as possible. 32.5hrs/week: Monday-Friday (Term time only) Salary range: £25,989-£27,254 (FTE 37 hours) £19,722 pa (actual salary) Key Requirements: NVQ3 or equivalent qualification and experience of working with children with Special Educational Needs. Reasons to join Two Rivers High School Examples of some key feedback from our existing staff (surveyed January 2026 – 94% response rate): 99 % have a positive working relationship with their line manager 100% enjoy their working relationship with colleagues 98% feel they have the flexibility to decide how to approach their work 97% feel supported by their line manager in busy times 100% feel they have contributed to the success of our school. Purpose of the role You’ll be working with children and young people with a range of special educational need – to help them learn, develop their abilities and raise their self-esteem. As a Teaching Assistant at Two Rivers High School you will get all the support you need to succeed, from Teaching staff, SLT, in-house specialists and therapy professionals. Qualities and Skills you will bring