Wraparound Care Teaching Assistant-Level 2 (Watling Meadows Primary School)
| Posting date: | 03 June 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 15 June 2026 |
| Location: | Nuneaton, Not recorded, CV11 4QH |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 533cf074-4f5f-4ed0-8d1a-14f3fef30838 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
The Role:
To work under the direction of the Senior Leadership Team to support play and learning acrossWrapround Care with our initial cohort of four year olds. The post holder will play a key role in supporting pupils’ play and wellbeing, contributing to a nurturing, inclusive and ambitious learning environment.
As Watling Meadows is a growing school, this role offers a unique opportunity to be part of an expanding team, requiring aflexible, proactive and collaborative approach, with excellent scope for professional development and career progression.
What the school offers its staff
Our offer to you
We strive to be an employer of choice, and are committed to ensuring our employees feel valued, appreciated and at the heart of what we do.
We have a number of core benefits which include:
Professional Development
We support all our schools and services to offer professional development that is rooted in the evidence of what improves teaching and learning.
We listen to what your career aspirations are and how we can support you within your role.
We provide Trust-wide CPD in key areas, including SEND, behaviour and teaching and learning.
We support staff in accessing a wide range of qualifications, including Diplomas, Masters and National Professional Qualifications (NPQs).
Appraisal
Our staff appraisal focuses on supporting our employees to be the very best they can be. There is no performance-related pay in our Trust, and we put staff at the heart of what we do so they can put children at the heart of what they do
Apprenticeship Levy
As a large employer we pay into the Apprenticeship Levy Fund and are therefore able to offer a wide range of apprenticeships to both new and existing staff.
Pension Schemes
A contributory pension scheme relevant to your role: Teachers’ Pension Scheme for teaching staff, and the Local Government Pension Scheme for non-teaching staff.
Employee Support Schemes
Subsidised eye care for extended VDU users
A Gym Membership Scheme
A Cycle to Work Scheme
An Employee Assistance Programme, providing practical and emotional support.
An Employee Benefits Scheme, offering discounts on everyday essentials
A Health Cash Plan benefit, providing reimbursements for various health-related expenses, including dental treatments, optical care, physiotherapy and more.
Further details about the role
Key Responsibilities
Supporting Pupils
Provide creative play and appropriate activities for children including pupils with additional needs, enabling access to play and promoting independence.
Support children’s learning and development in line with theEarly Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)and individual Support Plans.
Assist pupils in developing social, emotional, communication and self-care skills.
Support pupils with personal care where required, in line with school policies and training.
Promote positive behaviour and relationships, modelling high expectations at all times.
Supporting Play
Plan and resource creative and age-appropriate activities.
Adapt resources and approaches to meet a range of children’s needs.
Interact with and support pupils to access play based activities in a relaxing and comfortable environment.
Use specialist strategies and interventions as directed by teachers or therapists.
Supporting the Learning Environment
Help to create a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment.
Support the organisation of learning spaces, resources and displays.
Assist with transitions at the beginning and end of the school day.
Working as Part of a Team
Be a positive, reliable and professional team member, working collaboratively within school.
Demonstrate flexibility, responding positively to change as the school grows and develops.
Communicate effectively with teachers, support staff, and parents.
Participate in staff meetings, training and professional development opportunities, where appropriate.
Safeguarding and Welfare
Maintain a strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Follow all school policies and procedures, including safeguarding, health and safety, and confidentiality.
Be alert to concerns and report them promptly in line with school procedures.
How to Apply
If you are interested in applying for this post, please click on this linkhttps://centralenglandacademytrust.face-ed.co.uk/vacancies and select the Wraparound Care Teaching Assistant - Level 2 position.
Please see the attached Job Application Pack for the full details of the role, including the Person Specification.
Please note that the school reserves the right to close the application process early if we identify suitable candidates. To avoid disappointment, please submit your application as soon as possible.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and will be taken through the Trust's vetting procedure. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks: Childcare disqualification Enhanced DBS Medical Online and social media Prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must let us know about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
The Role:
To work under the direction of the Senior Leadership Team to support play and learning acrossWrapround Care with our initial cohort of four year olds. The post holder will play a key role in supporting pupils’ play and wellbeing, contributing to a nurturing, inclusive and ambitious learning environment.
As Watling Meadows is a growing school, this role offers a unique opportunity to be part of an expanding team, requiring aflexible, proactive and collaborative approach, with excellent scope for professional development and career progression.
What the school offers its staff
Our offer to you
We strive to be an employer of choice, and are committed to ensuring our employees feel valued, appreciated and at the heart of what we do.
We have a number of core benefits which include:
Professional Development
We support all our schools and services to offer professional development that is rooted in the evidence of what improves teaching and learning.
We listen to what your career aspirations are and how we can support you within your role.
We provide Trust-wide CPD in key areas, including SEND, behaviour and teaching and learning.
We support staff in accessing a wide range of qualifications, including Diplomas, Masters and National Professional Qualifications (NPQs).
Appraisal
Our staff appraisal focuses on supporting our employees to be the very best they can be. There is no performance-related pay in our Trust, and we put staff at the heart of what we do so they can put children at the heart of what they do
Apprenticeship Levy
As a large employer we pay into the Apprenticeship Levy Fund and are therefore able to offer a wide range of apprenticeships to both new and existing staff.
Pension Schemes
A contributory pension scheme relevant to your role: Teachers’ Pension Scheme for teaching staff, and the Local Government Pension Scheme for non-teaching staff.
Employee Support Schemes
Subsidised eye care for extended VDU users
A Gym Membership Scheme
A Cycle to Work Scheme
An Employee Assistance Programme, providing practical and emotional support.
An Employee Benefits Scheme, offering discounts on everyday essentials
A Health Cash Plan benefit, providing reimbursements for various health-related expenses, including dental treatments, optical care, physiotherapy and more.
Further details about the role
Key Responsibilities
Supporting Pupils
Provide creative play and appropriate activities for children including pupils with additional needs, enabling access to play and promoting independence.
Support children’s learning and development in line with theEarly Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)and individual Support Plans.
Assist pupils in developing social, emotional, communication and self-care skills.
Support pupils with personal care where required, in line with school policies and training.
Promote positive behaviour and relationships, modelling high expectations at all times.
Supporting Play
Plan and resource creative and age-appropriate activities.
Adapt resources and approaches to meet a range of children’s needs.
Interact with and support pupils to access play based activities in a relaxing and comfortable environment.
Use specialist strategies and interventions as directed by teachers or therapists.
Supporting the Learning Environment
Help to create a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment.
Support the organisation of learning spaces, resources and displays.
Assist with transitions at the beginning and end of the school day.
Working as Part of a Team
Be a positive, reliable and professional team member, working collaboratively within school.
Demonstrate flexibility, responding positively to change as the school grows and develops.
Communicate effectively with teachers, support staff, and parents.
Participate in staff meetings, training and professional development opportunities, where appropriate.
Safeguarding and Welfare
Maintain a strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Follow all school policies and procedures, including safeguarding, health and safety, and confidentiality.
Be alert to concerns and report them promptly in line with school procedures.
How to Apply
If you are interested in applying for this post, please click on this linkhttps://centralenglandacademytrust.face-ed.co.uk/vacancies and select the Wraparound Care Teaching Assistant - Level 2 position.
Please see the attached Job Application Pack for the full details of the role, including the Person Specification.
Please note that the school reserves the right to close the application process early if we identify suitable candidates. To avoid disappointment, please submit your application as soon as possible.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and will be taken through the Trust's vetting procedure. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks: Childcare disqualification Enhanced DBS Medical Online and social media Prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must let us know about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.