Classroom Assistant (Curriculum Area Learning Supervisor)

Teaching Vacancies; Hednesford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent environment

Flexible working

Employee assistance

Job summary

Teaching Vacancies in Hednesford invites applications for a Classroom Assistant (Curriculum Area Learning Supervisor). The role supports teaching staff in the classroom, assists with learning activities and helps produce resources.

A suitable candidate has strong numeracy and literacy, and holds NVQ Level 3 for Teaching Assistants or an equivalent qualification. We value a flexible, team-oriented approach and commitment to raising attainment in a school setting.

Qualifications

• Has strong numeracy and literacy skills (GCSE grade C/4 or above).
• Holds NVQ Level 3 for Teaching Assistants or an equivalent recognised qualification.
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills with students, parents/carers and professionals.
• Can confidently use ICT to support and enhance teaching and learning.
• Is able to act as a Cover Supervisor in the absence of teaching staff.
• Shows a passionate commitment to raising the attainment of all students within a special school setting.
• Works effectively as part of a team and builds positive relationships with colleagues.
• Is willing to work across different areas of the school or across sites when required.

Responsibilities

• Support in the classroom under the direction of teaching staff.
• Assist with learning activities and help produce resources.
• Be flexible to work across different areas of the school or sites when required.

Skills

Strong numeracy

Strong literacy

Excellent communication

ICT skills

Teamwork

Education

GCSE C/4 or above in Maths/English

NVQ Level 3 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Classroom Assistant (Curriculum Area Learning Supervisor)

Employer:

Teaching Vacancies

Pay:

Meets national minimum wage

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

04/11/2026

About this job

What skills and experience we're looking for Hednesford Valley High School is seeking to appoint a Classroom Assistant (Curriculum Area Learning Supervisor) to join our highly motivated and dedicated support staff team.

This role involves working under the direction of teaching staff to provide high-quality support in the classroom, assist with learning activities and help produce resources.

It would be particularly well suited to someone with experience in education, care or a similar supportive environment.

If you join our team, you will become part of a school where students love to learn and staff love to teach.

We pride ourselves on our strong sense of family, excellent attendance, positive behaviour (both above national averages) and the fantastic feedback we have recently received from parents and carers.

We are looking for a flexible, creative individual who:

Has strong numeracy and literacy skills (GCSE grade C/4 or above).

Holds NVQ Level 3 for Teaching Assistants or an equivalent recognised qualification.

Demonstrates excellent communication skills with students, parents/carers and professionals.

Can confidently use ICT to support and enhance teaching and learning.

Is able to act as a Cover Supervisor in the absence of teaching staff.

Shows a passionate commitment to raising the attainment of all students within a special school setting.

Works effectively as part of a team and builds positive relationships with colleagues.

Is willing to work across different areas of the school or across sites when required.

What the school offers its staff Hednesford Valley High School recognises its employees as the most important asset and critical to its success.

To demonstrate this all staff are offered the following benefits:

Excellent working environment.

A supportive ethos and concern for the well-being of all colleagues

Termly "Deep Work" days to support your role.

Continued professional development opportunities.

Pay progression and recognition of continuous service.

Access to comprehensive and flexible Employee Assistant Programmes which include:

Cycle to Work Schemes

Health and wellbeing support and advice e.g., Men's Health, Wellbeing Action Plans, Better Sleep, Relaxation and Meditation, Understanding Menopause.

Think Well, fast track counselling service.

Physiotherapy

Eye-sight testing

Retail discounts in supermarkets, high street shops, restaurants and days out.

Free car parking

Free staff tea and coffee

Flexible working opportunities are available.

Commitment to safeguarding This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and to share this commitment.

The successful candidate will be subject to necessary pre-employment checks, including: an enhanced DBS; Childcare Disqualification (where applicable); qualifications (where applicable); medical fitness; identity and right to work.

The selected candidate will also have social media checks.

All applicants will be required to provide two suitable references.

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