Primary Teaching Assistant - Supply - Birmingham

Randstad Education; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking dedicated Primary School Teaching Assistants to support children aged 4-11 in Birmingham. You will be instrumental in fostering their early literacy and numeracy skills while maintaining a vibrant and inclusive classroom environment. Ideal candidates will have a passion for early education and relevant qualifications. Competitive pay of £90 - £100 per day, with flexible work options available.

Benefits

Competitive Daily Rate

Flexible Work Options

Dedicated Consultant

Free CPD

'Refer a Friend' Scheme

Local Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working with 4-11 year olds in a formal setting.
• A genuine passion for early years and child development.
• Creativity, energy, and a playful approach to engage learners.
• Excellent literacy and numeracy skills.
• Patience, warmth, and positivity.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., NVQ Level 2/3) desirable.
• Willingness to apply for an enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Support the Class Teacher with daily activities.
• Facilitate Phonics, Literacy, and Numeracy interventions.
• Assist in the pastoral care of pupils.
• Help children with Special Educational Needs.
• Listen to children read and encourage fluency.
• Supervise during break times and educational trips.

Skills

Experience working with Primary-aged children

Passion for early years and primary education

Creativity and energy

Excellent literacy and numeracy skills

Patience and warmth

Relevant qualifications (e.g., NVQ Level 2/3)

Enhanced DBS check

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning

Job description

Are you the patient, encouraging voice that makes learning magic for a 5-year-old?

Do you want to be the foundation upon which Key Stage 1 and 2 pupils build their future?

Could you thrive in a classroom bursting with curiosity, creativity, and energy in a Birmingham primary school?

If you answered YES to these questions, then Randstad Education is looking for you! We are seeking dedicated, imaginative, and nurturing Primary School Teaching Assistants (TA) to join our wonderful partner schools across the Birmingham area.

As a Primary Teaching Assistant, you will be instrumental in supporting the development of children aged 4-11 (EYFS to Key Stage 2). You will help nurture their early literacy and numeracy skills, encourage their social and emotional growth, and ensure a vibrant, inclusive, and safe learning environment. This is a chance to truly make a difference at the most foundational stage of a child's education.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Class Teacher in all daily activities, including preparing resources, setting up creative displays, and maintaining a stimulating classroom.

• Facilitate Phonics, Literacy, and Numeracy interventions, working with small groups or on a one-to-one basis to boost understanding.

• Assist in the pastoral care of pupils, offering emotional support, dealing with minor accidents, and supporting positive behaviour management.

• Help children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) to access the curriculum and implement strategies outlined in their Individual Education Plans (IEPs).

• Listen to children read individually, encouraging fluency and a love of books.

• Supervise during break times, lunchtimes, and accompany the class on educational trips and outdoor learning activities.

What We Look for in You

• Experience working with Primary-aged children (4-11 years) in a formal or setting.

• A genuine passion for early years and primary education and child development.

• Creativity, energy, and a playful approach to engage young learners in their studies.

• Excellent literacy and numeracy skills to effectively support teaching across core subjects.

• Patience, warmth, and the ability to be a positive role model at all times.

• Relevant qualifications (e.g., NVQ Level 2/3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning) are highly desirable.

• A fully enhanced DBS check (or willingness to apply for one).

What Randstad Education Offers

• Competitive Daily Rate: £90 - £100 per day (dependant on experience and role type).

• Flexible Work Options: Opportunities for supply, part-time, and long-term contract roles to suit your lifestyle.

• Dedicated Consultant: Your own Randstad Education specialist to support your career growth.

• Free CPD: Access to online Continuous Professional Development (CPD) to keep your skills sharp.

• 'Refer a Friend' Scheme: Earn a generous referral bonus for recommending qualified colleagues.

• Local Opportunities: Placements in diverse and welcoming primary schools right across Birmingham and the wider West Midlands area.

Ready to help tiny hands grasp big ideas?

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Randstad Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates must adhere to our strict recruitment processes.