KS1 Teaching Assistant - Stechford

Aspire People; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking a caring and dedicated Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Stechford, Birmingham. The role focuses on supporting learning, development and pupil wellbeing during early education stages.

You will assist the class teacher, provide targeted support to pupils, and help foster a safe, inclusive environment that promotes confidence and social development. Relevant TA qualifications are desirable.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a school, nursery or similar setting.
• Caring, patient and proactive approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Genuine passion for supporting children’s education and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons.
• Provide individual and small-group support to help pupils progress.
• Assist with classroom activities and promote positive behaviour.
• Help create a safe, inclusive learning environment.
• Support pupils with a range of abilities and needs.
• Encourage independence, confidence and social development.
• Work with teachers and other professionals to ensure pupils receive appropriate support.

Skills

Caring

Patience

Proactive

Communication

Teamwork

Child wellbeing

Education

Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant

Job description

We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Stechford.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about supporting children’s learning, development and wellbeing, helping pupils build confidence and reach their full potential during the important early stages of their education.

The Role

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and effective lessons.
• Provide individual and small-group support to help pupils progress with their learning.
• Assist with classroom activities and promote positive behaviour.
• Help create a safe, inclusive and nurturing learning environment.
• Support pupils with a range of abilities, learning styles and additional needs.
• Encourage children’s independence, confidence and social development.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and other professionals to ensure pupils receive appropriate support.

Essential Requirements

• Experience working with children in a school, nursery, children’s residential home or a similar setting.
• A caring, patient and proactive approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for supporting children’s education and wellbeing.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

• A Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning, Childcare or an equivalent relevant qualification.
• Experience supporting children with additional needs.
• We also welcome applicants who are willing and enthusiastic to learn how to support pupils with a range of needs, adapting their approach to help every child succeed.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.