Primary Teaching Assistant

TeacherActive Ltd; Tyseley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

TeacherActive Ltd is recruiting a Primary Teaching Assistant for a mainstream primary school in Acocks Green, Birmingham, starting from October half term. The role is full-time, term-time only, Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm, on-site.

You will provide 1:1 support to a child, help manage behaviours, and assist with emotional and behavioural support during school routines. The school values calm, resilient staff and offers ongoing training and a welcoming environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with SEMH, SEND, or behavioural needs is desirable.
• Calm, patient and nurturing approach to helping children regulate emotions.
• Ability to respond positively and professionally to challenging behaviours.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing situations throughout the school day.

Responsibilities

• Support a child with their school routine in a 1:1 capacity.
• Help pupils feel safe, supported and ready to learn.
• Contribute to a welcoming, inclusive learning environment.

Skills

Behaviour management

Calm under pressure

Relationship-building

Adaptability

Emotional support

Job description

Primary Teaching Assistant

Mainstream Primary School - Acocks Green

Start Date: Start from October Half term

Full-Time | Term-Time Only - Monday - Friday - 8.30am -3.30pm

On the hunt for a new position from October half term, to support in a wonderful primary school?

We are supporting a welcoming mainstream primary school, that are looking to appoint a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis during term time to join them after the half term break.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is calm under pressure, resilient, and passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of children who may require additional behavioural and emotional support throughout the school day. You will have the opportunity to support a child with their school routine, and become apart of a welcoming community of staff.

What We’re Looking For:

• Confidence in managing and responding to challenging behaviours in a positive and professional manner
• The ability to support children who may arrive at school upset, anxious, or dis regulated
• A calm, patient, and nurturing approach when helping children regulate their emotions
• The ability to think quickly on your feet and adapt to changing situations throughout the school day
• Strong relationship-building skills to help pupils feel safe, supported, and ready to learn
• Experience working with children with SEMH, SEND, or behavioural needs is desirable

The School Offers:

• A supportive and experienced staff team
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• A welcoming and inclusive school environment
• The opportunity to make a lasting difference in children's educational journeys

If you're passionate about supporting children through their challenges and helping them succeed both emotionally and academically, we'd love to hear from you!

Company: TeacherActive Ltd Salary: £95 to £110 a day Hours: Full-time Location: B27 Working pattern: On-site Job type: Contract Posting date: 14 Oct 2026 Closing date: 13 Nov 2026

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.

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