Teaching Assistant

Corus Consultancy; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD training

Consultant support

Flexible working

Job summary

Corus Consultancy is seeking an experienced Primary Teaching Assistant or HLTA to support mainstream and SEN pupils across Birmingham. You will cover classes, run small-group interventions, and provide 1:1 SEN support.

The role requires Level 3/4 NVQ/CACHE in Supporting Teaching & Learning, HLTA status or a relevant Primary Education degree, plus DBS with Update Service and UK right-to-work.

Qualifications

• Qualification: Level 3/4 NVQ/CACHE in Supporting Teaching & Learning or equivalent.
• Experience in UK primary school settings using the National Primary Curriculum.
• Familiarity with Read Write Inc or Little Wandle phonics and SEN support techniques.
• Enhanced DBS check registered on Update Service (or willingness to obtain) and right-to-work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons during teacher PPA time across KS1 and KS2.
• Lead targeted small-group intervention sessions for SATs prep, literacy, and numeracy.
• Provide 1:1 or small-group SEN support for pupils with ASD, ADHD, SEMH needs.
• Assist class teachers with classroom management, pupil progress tracking, and safeguarding.

Skills

SATs prep

Literacy

Numeracy

SEND support

Phonics knowledge

Education

Level 3/4 NVQ or CACHE in ST&L

HLTA Status

Primary Education degree

Job description

Job Title: Primary Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) / SEN Specialist

Location: London

Pay Rate: £120.00 £130.00 per day (PAYE options available)

Contract Type: Long-term / Full-Time & Day-to-Day Cover

Start Date: Immediate / Upcoming Term Starts

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and adaptable Primary Teaching Assistant or HLTA to support mainstream and SEN primary provisions across Birmingham.

Working at this rate, you will hold key responsibilities including class cover, small-group intervention, or 1:1 specialist SEN support.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons during teacher PPA time across Key Stage 1 (KS1) and Key Stage 2 (KS2).
• Lead targeted small-group intervention sessions focusing on SATs prep, literacy, and numeracy.
• Provide 1:1 or small-group support for pupils with SEND, including ASD, ADHD, and SEMH needs.
• Assist class teachers with classroom management, pupil progress tracking, and safeguard compliance.

Requirements

• Qualification: Level 3 or Level 4 NVQ/CACHE in Supporting Teaching & Learning, HLTA Status, or a relevant Primary Education degree.
• Experience: Proven experience working within a UK primary school setting using the National Primary Curriculum.
• Specialist Knowledge: Familiarity with primary phonics frameworks (e.g., Read Write Inc. or Little Wandle) and SEN support techniques.
• Compliance: An Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service (or willingness to process a new one) and clear right-to-work documentation in the UK.

What We Offer

• Competitive daily rate of £120 to £130 per day, dependent on experience and role responsibilities.
• Flexible working options across welcoming, high-achieving primary schools in Birmingham.
• Ongoing access to CPD training and dedicated consultant support.