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

Wollborg Michelson Personnel Service Inc; Cannock; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Hednesford Valley High School in Cannock is seeking a Classroom Assistant (Curriculum Area Learning Supervisor) for a permanent 37-hour week, term-time-only role. Start date ASAP. You will support learners in class, assist with activities and help create resources, while working with teaching staff to raise attainment.

The role requires GCSEs (C/4+) in numeracy and literacy, plus an NVQ Level 3 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent. DBS checks, references and safeguarding commitments apply.

Qualifications

• GCSEs at grade C/4 or above in numeracy and literacy.
• NVQ Level 3 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent qualification is required.
• Demonstrates excellent communication with students, parents/carers and professionals.
• Ability to use ICT to support teaching and learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality classroom support under supervision of teaching staff.
• Assist with learning activities and help produce resources.
• Act as Cover Supervisor in the absence of teaching staff.

Skills

Numeracy

Literacy

Communication

ICT proficiency

Cover Supervisor

Teamwork

Flexibility

Microsoft Office

Education

GCSE C/4 or above

NVQ Level 3 for Teaching Assistants

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hednesford Valley High

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

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.

If you have any queries regarding the vacancy or would like to arrange a visit to school to discuss the role, please contact the school office on 01543 423714.

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.