Teaching Assistant Level 2

Hallmoor School, Birmingham, West Midlands, B33 0DL

19 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  9 November 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  12 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £25,712.00 - £27,818.00 Annually (FTE) Actual salary: £19,693 - £21,305 + SEN Allowance £2,127 FTE / Actual £1,629.04

Teaching Assistant Level 2 job summary

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.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for Teaching Assistant Level 2 to join Hallmoor School.

Hallmoor School is an inclusive, forward-thinking and popular specialist school for pupils aged 5 to 19 years with a range of diagnosis including Severe Learning Disabilities, Autism and Complex Needs.  The number on roll has increased to almost 300 children in recent years with further growth expected. 

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  

• NVQ 2 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent qualifications or experience would be desirable

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: ​ 9 November 2026 at 9.00am

Shortlisting Date - 9 November 2026

Interview Date: 20 November 2026

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Hallmoor School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 4 to 19
• Size: 294 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Hallmoor School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/hallmoor-school

Hallmoor School specialises in the education of pupils aged 4 to 19 years with cognition, learning and communication
difficulties, all of whom have an Education Health and Care Plan. Pupils within the school have a wide range of learning needs
which may include SLD and ASD. The school strives for high standards of teaching and learning and is committed to ensuring
that all pupils achieve their full potential.

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