General Classroom Teaching Assistant Mainstream Primary School

Prospero Teaching; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking General Classroom Teaching Assistants for mainstream primary schools in Birmingham. The role involves collaborating with teachers to support student learning and creating an inclusive environment. This position is ideal for individuals with educational experience, looking for both short-term and long-term opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting children in educational settings.
• Relevant qualification preferred.
• Flexible and supportive approach to learning.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils' learning under the guidance of the class teacher.
• Deliver targeted interventions and maintain an organized classroom.
• Assist with behavior management and emotional support.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patience

Supportive approach

Education

CACHE Level 2/3 or equivalent

Job description

General Classroom Teaching Assistant Mainstream Primary School

Prospero Teaching is currently recruiting for General Classroom Teaching Assistants to work within mainstream primary schools across Birmingham and Surrounding Areas

Location: Birmingham and Surrounding Areas
Position: General Classroom Teaching Assistant
Hours: 8:30 am 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday (term time only)
Type of Work: General classroom support within a mainstream primary school
Contract/Position Start Date: ASAP or Sept Start
Contract Type: Long-term, Short-term, and Daily Supply
Full Time/Part Time: Full time
Minimum Rate of Pay: Negotiable

About the Role:
These roles involve working closely with class teachers to support the learning and development of pupils across the primary age range. You will assist in delivering engaging lessons, providing one-to-one or small-group support where needed, and promoting a positive and inclusive classroom environment.

We offer flexible opportunities including long-term placements, short-term cover, and daily supply workideal for experienced TAs or individuals looking to gain valuable classroom experience.

Key Responsibilities:
Support pupils learning under the guidance of the class teacher
Deliver targeted interventions and support classroom activities
Help prepare learning materials and maintain an organised classroom
Assist with behaviour management and emotional support
Foster a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment

Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Experience supporting children in a school or educational setting
A proactive, flexible, and supportive approach to learning
Good communication and teamwork skills
A calm, patient, and encouraging manner
A relevant qualification (e.g. CACHE Level 2/3, or equivalent) is desirable

Requirements to Work with Prospero Teaching:

Hold Right to Work in the UK
Hold a valid, enhanced child barred list DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to obtain one)
Provide two child-related professional references covering the last two years

To Apply:
If you would like to learn more or discuss the role further, please contact the Birmingham office on 0121 227 2430.
To be considered, please apply with your up-to-date CV.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Prospero Teaching is acting as an education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.
All staff working with children are expected to share responsibility for safeguarding and promoting their welfare.