Classroom Assistant (Curriculum Area Learning Supervisor) - Hednesford Valley High School

Hednesford Valley High; Cannock; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Hednesford Valley High School in Cannock is seeking a Classroom Assistant (Curriculum Area Learning Supervisor) to join our supportive staff. The role is permanent, 37 hours per week during term time, with hours 8:30–16:30 Monday to Thursday and 8:30–16:00 on Fridays, start ASAP, and you will work under teaching staff to provide high-quality classroom support.

We value a flexible, creative individual with GCSE C/4+ and NVQ Level 3 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent, strong numeracy and

Qualifications

• GCSE grade C/4 or above required.
• NVQ Level 3 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent.
• Excellent communication with students and parents.
• Confident ICT use to support teaching and learning.
• Able to cover across the school when required.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality classroom support under teaching staff.
• Assist learning activities and help produce learning resources.
• Act as Cover Supervisor when needed.
• Support efforts to raise attainment in a supportive environment.
• Work effectively as part of a team across school areas.

Skills

Numeracy

Literacy

Communication skills

ICT in teaching

Teamwork

Education

GCSE C/4 or above

NVQ Level 3 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent

Tools

ICT in teaching

Job description

Classroom Assistant (Curriculum Area Learning Supervisor) – Permanent Position 37 hours per week. Term TimeOnly

Hours of work – Monday-Thurs 8.30-4.30 pm / Fri 8.30-4.00 pm.

Start Date – ASAP

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.

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.

Deadline for applications: 10:00 am on Wednesday 11th November 2026 – The advert may close before this date should we received sufficient suitable applications.

Interview : w/c 16th November 2026.

Candidates who are shortlisted will be informed by telephone/email if possible.