The Role

2 x Teaching Assistants Level 2 Fixed Term - 1 x 37 hours based in Fox Wood School, and 1 x 37 hours based at Fox Cubs (EYFS) Satellite site (based at Sandy Lane)

Required: September 2024

Fox Wood is a school for pupils with ASD, and with Severe and Profound Multiple Learning difficulties. The school continues to grow and flourish and the governors are therefore delighted to advertise the opportunity for the right candidates to join our truly fantastic team. We currently have two vacancies due to relocation of a member of staff, and expansion. One vacancy is in our School, and One at our Fox Cubs (EYFS) Satellite site (based at Sandy Lane) to provide support for our pupils.

Those appointed will :

• Have experience of working with children with special educational needs
• Be keen to undertake additional training
• Be a team player
• Have a sensitive but enthusiastic approach
• Have high expectations of learners
• Have well developed communication skills, both with children and adults

Experience of any of the following would be particularly advantageous at this time:

• ASD, SLD or PMLD
• A general understanding of Speech and Language/Communication difficulties
• Supporting pupils in EYFS/Year 1

In return, we will offer you:

• Exceptionally supportive staff and governor
• A commitment to your professional development
• An opportunity to be part of a thriving school community
• A stimulating working environment, where you can truly make a difference to pupils and their families

Warrington Borough Council and Fox Wood School, as an aware employer, is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults as a high priority. The successful applicant will therefore be required to apply for an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Further details can be found at the DBS website

Online searches will also be conducted for all candidates who are shortlisted for interview. These will be conducted by our Office Manager, who is independent from the recruitment panel. This information will be treated as confidential, but may be discussed with Warrington HR and/or flagged up to the recruitment panel in line with our agreed systems and processes. This action is in line with statutory guidance within Keeping Children Safe in Education (September 2023.)

How To Apply

Please visit the school website for Job Description, Person Specification and Application form. Alternatively, please email for an application pack.

Key Dates

Close date: 6 September 2024

Key Information

Salary: Grade 4 SCP 6-7 Salary £20,552 - £20,897 Term Time Only

Contract Type: Term Time

Contract Term: Fixed till 31 August 2025