Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Full Time, 35 hours per week
Number of Positions: 1
Qualifications Required: Numeracy/literacy skills with a good level of knowledge and understanding (at a level equivalent to NQF Level 2) / NVQ level 3 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent qualification or experience
Start Date: 1st September 2026
Salary: £24,998 per annum
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Teaching Assistant Level 4 (Safeguarding and Wellbeing) to join our fantastic team at MEA Central
This is a permanent role working 35 hours per week during term time only plus 5 INSET days, to start in September 2026. The pro-rata salary is £24,998 and the full-time equivalent is £29,064 (Grade 5).
MEA Central is seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Teaching Assistant Level 4 (Safeguarding and Wellbeing) to join our supportive and ambitious team.
This is a vital role focused on promoting pupil wellbeing, safeguarding, and positive engagement, working closely with students who require additional emotional, behavioural, or pastoral support.
The successful candidate will play a key role in helping pupils feel safe, supported, and ready to learn, by contributing to safeguarding practice and delivering targeted wellbeing interventions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Act as a safeguarding-focused support for pupils, working under the direction of senior staff and the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)
- Support pupils’ emotional wellbeing, behaviour, and engagement in learning
- Deliver and support targeted interventions to meet individual pupil needs
- Build trusted, professional relationships with pupils while maintaining appropriate boundaries
- Monitor and report concerns relating to safeguarding, welfare, or attendance in line with school policies
- Work collaboratively with teachers, pastoral staff, families, and external agencies
- Maintain accurate records and contribute to reviews, reports, and meetings where required
- Promote inclusivity and positive behaviour in line with the school’s values
To find out more about the full responsibilities of the role and to ensure you meet the essential criteria, please review the attached job description.
How to Apply
Please follow the online application process to be considered. Interviews will take place on 12th May 2026.
All school staff are expected to share the Trust’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Specific safeguarding responsibilities are detailed in the attached job description.