Teaching assistant

Slated Row School, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK12 5NJ

16 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  30 September 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  14 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £21,121.00 Annually (Actual)

Teaching assistant job summary

Teaching assistant with a specialism in ASC

Based at our Wolverton

39 weeks per year, 32.5 hrs per week

L2 Grade D, Actual starting salary £21,121.37

L3 Grade E, Actual starting salary £23,673.34

Start Date: As soon as possible

Slated Row is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are required, before taking up post, to undertake a criminal record check through the Disclosure and Barring Service.

The positive impact you can have on a young person's life is likely to be the reason you became an educator. At Slated Row School, that impact will be greater than you could have imagined. If you share the ethos of ‘Hope, Dignity and Respect’ to create the best possible outcomes for our students, then we are the school for you.

Slated Row School is an all age (Reception to Year 14) special school for students with complex learning difficulties, across 2 sites in Milton Keynes. The successful applicant will work at our Wolverton campus. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a hardworking, caring, friendly and committed group of practitioners in an exceptional and strong school Ofsted March 2026.

We are seeking to appoint a dedicated and experienced Teaching Assistant to join our school. The successful candidate will have experience supporting students with Autism and a strong understanding of their individual needs, strengths and challenges.

Do you thrive in a challenging yet rewarding environment and are passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of students? Our students may, at times, display behaviours that can be challenging to manage, and we are looking for someone who can respond with patience, empathy and understanding.

The ideal candidate will be able to communicate clearly, calmly and respectfully, using positive approaches to support students and manage situations effectively. You will be confident working independently, while also being a committed and supportive member of a wider team. If you are enthusiastic, resilient and passionate about helping students reach their full potential, we would love to hear from you.

The benefits of working at our school are that every day brings a sense of achievement and progress, as you work alongside colleagues who are committed and enjoy working collaboratively. You will be part of a team where skills, knowledge and enthusiasm is recognised and appreciated.

If you would like to join an outstanding, enthusiastic, and dedicated team then we look forward to receiving your completed application form. To apply for this post, please apply via My New Term website. If you have any questions please email Teri-Lea Goulding on HR@slatedrow.com

Deadline: Wednesday 30th September 2026

Shortlisting: Thursday 1st October 2026

Interviews : Monday 5th October 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 Slated Row School

• Organisation type: Special school, ages 4 to 19
• Size: 232 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Slated Row School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/slated-row-school

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