EYFS or KS1 121 Teaching Assistant Level 2 - Radbrook Primary School

Telford and Wrekin Council; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

A local council in Shrewsbury is looking for enthusiastic EYFS or KS1 121 Teaching Assistants on a permanent contract. The roles involve supporting children aged 3-5 in their emotional and academic development. Candidates should have experience working in early years education and a passion for helping children thrive. This part-time position entails 28.75 hours per week during term-time and offers professional development in a supportive school environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working as a Teaching Assistant in EYFS or KS1 is essential.
• Candidates should be able to demonstrate skills in supporting children's learning and development.
• Passion for working in education and commitment to safeguarding children.

Responsibilities

• Support children 121 in EYFS and Key Stage 1.
• Assist in both academic and developmental aspects of children's learning.
• Contribute to a positive and thriving school environment.

Skills

Experience with children aged 3-5

Managing pupil's emotions

Team collaboration

Job description

EYFS or KS1 121 Teaching Assistant Level 2 x 2 posts

Grade 5, SCP 5-6 £16,621 - £16,884 actual per annum

Permanent contract, 28.75 hours per week

Term time only

Monday - Friday - 8.45 - 3.15

Required as soon as possible

The Governors wish to appoint twoenthusiastic and experienced EYFS or KS1 121 Teaching Assistants.

The roles will be exciting, working 121 with pupils in our new EYFS department with children aged 3-5 years (Pre-School and Reception) or in Key Stage 1.

The roles will enable you to support children both academically and developmentally. The successful candidates will be passionate about EYFS or Key Stage 1 and have an understanding and experience of working with children in these age groups. They will be able to demonstrate a range of skills in managing pupil's emotions in a proactive, positive and supportive way, enabling them to get the very best out of their learning and development.

We are looking candidates to be part of our forward thinking and creative team and welcome new ideas and enthusiasm.

We can offer candidates a positive and thriving school environment, a great team of staff, a commitment to continuing professional development and some pretty fantastic children too!

Visits to our school are strongly encouraged. If you would like to book a visit during the week commencing 12th January, please contact us on 01743 232895 or email [e-mail] .

The Severn Bridges Multi-Academy Trust and Governors of Radbrook Primary School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. These posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check and will follow a safer recruitment policy. Should you be shortlisted, further information relating to criminal records, sanctions and disqualifications will be requested to be considered and discussed at interview.

To Apply

All applications should be made online through MYNEWTERM. Please refer to the vacancy page on the school website www.radbrook.shropshire.sch.uk click onto the MYNEWTERM vacancy where you will be able to apply directly.

Closing date: Wednesday 14th January 2026 at midday

Interview day: Friday 23rd January 2026