Grade 4 Teaching Assistant

The Shaw Education Trust; Cannock; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS (Local Government Pension Scheme)

Medicash Health & Wellbeing Plan

DiscountForTeachers scheme

Free Eye Tests

Cycle to work scheme

Institute of Education access

Job summary

Redhill Primary School, part of Shaw Education Trust, is seeking a Grade 4 Teaching Assistant to support KS1 pupils with reading, writing, and early numeracy. You will deliver Read Write Inc.

phonics sessions in small groups and one-to-one settings, tracking progress and tailoring support to individual needs. The role requires a proactive, patient approach, strong communication skills, and the ability to work well with teachers to foster an inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Proven track record delivering Read Write Inc. phonics.
• Experience supporting KS1 children with varying learning needs.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills; proactive and patient.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Read Write Inc. phonics sessions in small groups and one-to-one settings.
• Provide tailored support to KS1 pupils to raise attainment in reading, writing and early numeracy.
• Collaborate with class teachers to create inclusive and engaging learning environments.
• Track pupil progress and adapt support strategies accordingly.
• Foster a positive, nurturing atmosphere that promotes resilience and a love of learning.

Skills

Read Write Inc phonics

KS1 support

Communication

Team player

Job description

* Grade 4 Teaching AssistantNEWFast Apply# Grade 4 Teaching AssistantEmployerLocation: Cannock, StaffordshireContract Type: PermanentHours: Full Time, Term TimeSalary: Grade 4, SCP 13-16 - £26,017 - £26,847 - FTEPosted: 29th September 2026Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 10th November 2026 11:59 PMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1576813Start Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type:Permanent* Job ID: 1576813* Share :We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team at Redhill Primary School, a vibrant primary school committed to nurturing confident, curious, and capable learners.**Key Responsibilities:*** Deliver high-quality Read Write Inc. phonics sessions in small groups and one-to-one settings.* Provide tailored support to KS1 children, helping to raise attainment in reading, writing, and early numeracy.* Work collaboratively with class teachers to create an inclusive and engaging learning environment.* Assist in tracking pupil progress and adapting support strategies accordingly.* Foster a positive, nurturing atmosphere that promotes resilience and a love of learning.**We're looking for someone who:*** Has a proven track record of delivering Read Write Inc. phonics effectively.* Brings experience supporting KS1 children, especially those with varying learning needs.* Is a team player with excellent communication and organisational skills.* Is proactive, patient, and passionate about making a difference.Redhill is a newly built one form entry primary school on the edge of Cannock Chase in Staffordshire and has a culture of ambition, high expectation and aspiration academically and in social behaviours of both staff and students.Redhill is a cooperative school which has values and an inclusive culture woven throughout its curriculum and daily routines. This culture embraces safeguarding, personal development and welfare along with an engagement and commitment from all the school staff to do the very best it can for individuals.At Shaw Education Trust, we believe every role has the power to transform a life. Whether you're supporting behind the scenes, inspiring in the classroom, or leading with vision, you will be part of something truly meaningful.Our values - opportunity, integrity, community, and equity - guide everything we do. Our vision is \"Opening doors to the world through the power of learning.\" We bring this to life through our mission: working together to inspire communities where every school is valued, every voice matters, and every learner thrives.We are a dynamic and growing family of primary, secondary, and special schools, proudly serving communities from Birmingham to Bury.Our people are our greatest asset, and we are deeply committed to their development through high-quality training, apprenticeships, talent development programmes, and research opportunities, we empower our staff to thrive as skilled, confident professionals. We champion wellbeing, value everyvoice, and foster a culture where you feel supported, motivated, and inspired to make a real difference.You will join a collaborative network of schools where shared expertise and a strong professional community drive success. Every academy within our Trust has an equal voice, and every colleague plays a vital role in shaping tailored learning experiences that raise aspirations and build brighter futures.If you have the passion, dedication, and drive to help shape lives and create futures filled with promise, we would love you to join our team.***Together, let's make the remarkable happen.******We believe every child has the potential to be extraordinary.******Shaw Education Trust offer the following employee benefits with your Teaching or Support Staff employment:**** ***An excellent Local Government Pension Scheme (Support Staff) / Teachers Pension (Teaching Staff)**** ***Support Staff only based on working full time, all year - Generous holiday entitlement from your first day of employment (37 days holiday rising to 39 days after 5 years' service including Bank Holidays)**** ***Access to Medicash Health & Wellbeing Plan: Enjoy health services designed to support your well-being.**** ***Free DiscountForTeachers Scheme for all staff (Support and Teaching), Exclusive discounts to save money with a wide selection of discounts and exclusive offers from hundreds of the biggest brands.**** ***Free Eye Tests**** ***Cycle to work scheme**** ***Access to our Institute of Education and fantastic opportunities to help you grow, contribute and flourish in your role and in the Trust.******We know our people are the key to our success and so we're committed to ensuring the employment experience at Shaw Education Trust is a rewarding one.******Actual Salary: £19,919 - £20,544******Working hours: 32.5 hours - 38 weeks plus 5 Inset days - 39 weeks***### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:Redhill Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment, click here to review Safeguarding and Pupil Protection Policy **https://www.shaw-education.org.uk/our-trust/key-information**This position is subject to robust vetting procedures, including an online search for all shortlisted candidates, **successful candidates will be subject to a fully Enhanced DBS check along with other relevant employment checks.**As part of our safer recruitment and pre-employment checking process, all shortlisted candidates are required to provide original documentation to verify their identity, qualifications and RTW in the UK. Shaw Education Trust requires all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas.This role involves working with children and young people and therefore carries specific safeguarding responsibilities, details of these responsibilities are set out in the JD. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful applicant will be required to disclose relevant criminal history information in accordance with current legislation and guidance.**Check if you need to tell someone about your criminal record:** https://www.gov.uk/tell-employer-or-college-about-criminal-record/what-information-you-need-to-giveSET is an Equal Opportunities employer, we are fully committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection processes promote EDI at every stage.**In accordance with our safer recruitment policy CVs alone will not be accepted.****We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date as we review applications on an on-going basis and interviews may be arranged as suitable candidates are identified.**### Redhill Primary SchoolPart of### Shaw Education Trust