Teaching Assistant - Bramcote

Merit Education are recruiting for the following exciting opportunity:

Job Title:                                            SEND Teaching Assistant

Location:                                            Bramcote

Duration:                                            Temp to Perm

Start Date:                                         Jan 2026

Shift Pattern:                                    Full Time

Salary:                                                 £22610 - £24099

School Details:

This is a renowned SEND school offering tailored learning provisions to pupils ranging from 4 to 18 years old.  It is a wonderful environment for learners and for the staff who pride themselves in offering an engaging and comfortable atmosphere.  The school currently holds a ‘Good’ Ofsted rating, held for well over a decade.

Vacancy Details:

·         L2 Teaching Assistant position

·         Working with a high proportion of autistic pupils, as well as those with other SEN such as ADHD, and other sensory and physical needs.

·         Full time, term time only

·         Working in close collaboration with class teachers and the school SENDCO

·         Playing an active part in maintaining the schools excellent learning environment

Candidate Requirements:

To be considered for this role candidates must have / be able to demonstrate:

·         A teaching assistant qualification of at least L2, L3 preferred

·         Experience of providing TA support in a school based setting for at least 1 term

·         Demonstrable experience of working with Autistic learners

·         Full enhanced DBS certificate

·         Completion of the Merit Education Onboarding Process

·         The ability to show a genuine desire and passion for working as a teaching assistant

·         A minimum of 2 school based references

What We Can Offer:

The School:

·         To be a new member of a growing team, with plans to almost double the pupil roll

·         To join an established team with a supporting HoD and peers

·         Optional continued CPD via the schools dedicated training and coaching provider

Merit Education:

·         Guaranteed compliant pay scales

·         Extensive support and assistance from a dedicated Merit Education employment specialist

·         Free CPD via our partner platforms covering a wide range of specialist training and guidance

·         Auto-enrolment into the Merit Education Loyalty Scheme, with the potential for increased salary and bonus payments (t’s and c’s apply)

How to Apply:

Contact Paul Hautenne by phone on 0115 697 8185, or by email at paul@meriteducation.co.uk

CV’s need to be detailed, including a full work history (gaps in employment of more than 3 months must be accounted for) to be considered for this role.  For further advice on what to include in your CV, as well as other great career advice, give us a call to discuss the Merit Education CV Writing Service, on 0115 697 8185.

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