Band C

Part time 30.86 hours per week – 39 weeks per year

Fixed Term to 31/07/2026

Required from 01/09/2025

 

The Governing Body of this special needs secondary school wish to appoint a Teaching Assistant (Level 1) on a fixed term contract from September 2025, or earlier if possible, until 31/7/26.

 

This is a school for approximately 115 pupils with severe and complex needs, ranging from 11-19 years of age. We require an energetic Teaching Assistant, preferably with relevant experience of working with pupils with special needs, to join our very friendly team. Applicants should have a secure knowledge of child development and be highly committed to supporting teaching and learning both on and off site.

 

The post is for 30.86 hours a week, (8.55am to 3.25pm with an additional hour/week), for 39 weeks a year (term time plus 5 training days).

 

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. These posts require an enhanced DBS check. Full induction will be given with opportunities for further training.

 

All applicants will be considered on the basis of suitability for the post regardless of sex, race or disability

 

Applicants are welcome to visit the school and should ring the school office on 678 7711 or email schooloffice@meadowsideschool.com to make an appointment.

 

Application forms for the above post are available online at www.wirral.gov.uk or from the school office.

 

Please return complete application forms to the Business Manager at businessmanager@meadowsideschool.com or to the school address:

 

Meadowside School.

Pool Lane,

Woodchurch,

Birkenhead.

CH49 5LA

 

Closing date: 12 noon on Monday 2nd June 2025