Primary Teaching Assistant - Yardley

Aspire People; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking a Floating Teaching Assistant to support a primary school in Yardley. This full-time position starts in September 2026 and runs until July 2027, and will involve working with various age groups from Early Years to Year 6.

The successful candidate will need to be adaptable and confident, providing classroom support, delivering targeted interventions, and helping to foster positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents.

If you are passionate about helping children achieve their full potential, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working within a primary school setting.
• A flexible and positive approach to supporting children across all age groups.
• Confidence working with pupils from Early Years through to Year 6.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom support across EYFS, Key Stage 1, and Key Stage 2.
• Work alongside class teachers to support teaching and learning.
• Deliver small group interventions and targeted support where required.

Skills

Previous experience working within a primary school setting

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Flexible and positive approach to supporting children

Confidence working with pupils from Early Years through to Year 6

Job description

Primary Teaching Assistant - Yardley

Aspire People are currently recruiting for a flexible and enthusiastic Floating Teaching Assistant to join a friendly and supportive primary school in Yardley. This is a full‑time position starting in September 2026 and continuing until July 2027.

This varied and rewarding role will involve supporting pupils and staff across the whole school, from Early Years through to Year 6. The successful candidate will be adaptable, proactive, and confident working with children of different ages and abilities, stepping into classes where support is needed most.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide classroom support across EYFS, Key Stage 1, and Key Stage 2.
• Work alongside class teachers to support teaching and learning.
• Deliver small group interventions and targeted support where required.
• Support pupils with varying learning needs, helping them to access the curriculum.
• Build positive relationships with children, staff, and parents.
• Assist with classroom preparation, resources, and general classroom organisation.
• Adapt quickly to different year groups, routines, and learning environments.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

• Previous experience working within a primary school setting.
• A flexible and positive approach to supporting children across all age groups.
• Confidence working with pupils from Early Years through to Year 6.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• The ability to use initiative and respond effectively to the needs of the school.
• A genuine passion for helping children achieve their full potential.

This role would be ideal for an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for a varied position, or someone who enjoys building relationships with children across the whole primary age range.

If you are adaptable, committed, and ready to make a positive impact across a school community, we would love to hear from you.

Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.