CLEE HILL COMMUNITY ACADEMY

TEACHING ASSISTANT LEVEL 3

Job Title: Teaching Assistant (Specialist in Visual Impairment)

Job Location: Clee Hill Community Academy

Contract: Fixed term post (to support a child for the duration of their education within the school)

Hours: 15.00 hours per week, term time only. Hours to be worked 9.00 am to 12.00 pm Monday to Friday (flexibility available for the right candidate)

Salary: SC4 (7 – 11) £26,403 - £28,142 (pro rata for hours and weeks worked). Actual annual pay for hours indicated £8,970.74 - £9,561.59

Closing Date: 9.00 am Friday 5 June 2026

Are you ready to make a difference in an organisation where ambition, collaboration, and innovation drive every decision?

About the role:

We are seeking to appoint a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant with a specialist focus on supporting children with visual impairments. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practitioner who is committed to inclusive education and ensuring that all pupils can access the curriculum effectively.

The successful candidate will work closely with class teachers, the SENCo, and external professionals to provide tailored support to pupils with visual impairment, enabling them to achieve their full potential academically, socially, and emotionally.

The key responsibilities of the Teaching Assistant will be to:

• Follow specific programmes of work under the direction of the Qualified Teacher of Visually Impaired Children and Young People (QTVI) and the Specialist IT Officer

• Provide targeted one-to-one support to a pupil with visual impairments

• Adapt learning materials into accessible formats, including braille and tactile resources

• Support the delivery of an inclusive curriculum that meets individual pupil needs

• Assist in the development and implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs)

• Liaise effectively with teaching staff, parents, and relevant external agencies

• Promote independence, confidence, and wellbeing in pupils

• Maintain accurate records of pupil progress and support strategies

Our successful candidate will have the following experience, skillset and qualifications:

 RNIB Certificate in Contracted Unified English Braille (UEB) or a willingness to study to complete the Certificate

• Proven experience working with children with visual impairments

• A strong working knowledge of braille (essential)

• Understanding of inclusive teaching practices and SEND provision

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team

• Patience, empathy, and a commitment to supporting all learners

• Competence in using IT and a willingness to learn how to use new technology.

This role reports to the Headteacher.

Why join us?

As part of our Trust you will have:

 Opportunities to be part of a collaborative culture whereby you are part of a network where schools and staff work together to excel.

 Quality resources and a rich environment, to enable you to develop a personalised approach for every student you support.

 A culture of lifelong learning, emphasising professional growth where your own ambitions are actively encouraged and supported.

 A safe and positive physical and psychological environment that welcomes diversity and actively promotes wellbeing.

We also recognise that successful people place value on the range of benefits associated with their careers. As your future employer we place value on these too, that is why we are proud to offer:

 Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.

 Automatic pay progression for those on our main, upper and support staff pay ranges.

 Attractive annual leave entitlement for our full year employees starting at 26 days + Bank Holidays.

 Access to a range of paid special leave provisions to help with life’s emergencies, unpredictable events and significant occasions.

 A wealth of benefits and salary sacrifice schemes.

About us:

Our school is located in the small South Shropshire town of Clee Hill which is surrounded by rolling hills and beautiful countryside.

We currently have 160 children organised into 6 classes. We are proud of the welcoming and friendly atmosphere of the school, where children work co-operatively to achieve the very best they possibly can in all areas of the curriculum.

We are part of Four Stones Gateway Trust, a family of like-minded schools, who work collaboratively to provide mutual support, share best practice, and learning from one another to achieve the core purpose: to provide excellence and opportunity for all.

Our work is underpinned by our core values of: Ambition, Commitment, Creativity, and Integrity and a relentless focus on achieving our Trust Dividend to ensure opportunity and success for all.