Teaching Assistant

Flourish Education; Bridgnorth; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

A competitive salary up to £100 perday

Pension contributions

Holiday pay 12.07% accrual

Safeguarding and Prevent Duty training

Refer a Friend bonus

Dedicated consultant support

Job summary

Flourish Education is recruiting a Teaching Assistant to work in a Bridgnorth primary school. You will support a Year 3 class, delivering targeted interventions and assisting the class teacher to foster a safe and engaging learning environment.

The role runs Monday–Friday, 8:30 am–3:30 pm, with a possible temp-to-perm path for the right candidate. Immediate start through April 2027 and beyond is possible.

Qualifications

• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning.
• Good understanding of the KS2 curriculum.
• Experience as TA or Learning Support Assistant in a nursery or primary setting.
• Experience delivering small-group and 1:1 interventions.
• DBS certificate updated with Update Service or issued within last 12 months.
• Two strong references and recent UK school experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in a Year 3 classroom to create a safe, engaging learning environment.
• Deliver small-group and 1:1 interventions to aid pupil progress.
• Assist with learning activities and maintain positive behaviour support.

Skills

KS2 curriculum understanding

Teaching Assistant experience

UK school-based experience

Two strong references

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning qualification

Job description

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for a long-term opportunity in a primary school?

Flourish Education is currently recruiting for a Teaching Assistant to work in a primary school based in Bridgnorth.

This role involves working closely with the class teacher to support pupils in a Year 3 classroom, helping to create a safe, engaging and positive learning environment.

The school is looking for a confident and experienced candidate who can deliver small-group and 1:1 interventions in core subjects, supporting pupils with their learning and development.

The role is due to start as soon as possible and continue until April 2027. The working hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm.

There is also the potential for a temp-to-perm opportunity for the right candidate.

Required Skills and Experience

To be considered for this Teaching Assistant role, you must:

• Hold a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning, or an equivalent qualification.
• Have a good understanding of the Key Stage 2 (KS2) curriculum.
• Have experience working in a nursery or primary school as a Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant (LSA).
• Have experience supporting pupils through small-group and 1:1 interventions.
• Hold a DBS certificate registered with the Update Service, or have a DBS certificate issued within the last 12 months.
• Be able to provide a minimum of two strong references.
• Have recent UK school-based experience.

Working for Flourish Education

As a Teaching Assistant (LSA) with Flourish Education, you will receive a range of benefits, including:

• A competitive salary of up to £100 per day, depending on experience.
• Pension contributions.
• Holiday pay, with 12.07% of your daily rate accrued into your holiday pay pot.
• Free, KCSIE-compliant Safeguarding and Prevent Duty training, including modules covering relevant legislation, FGM and abuse awareness.
• A Refer a Friend bonus scheme.
• Regular contact and support from your dedicated consultant throughout the registration process and during your placement.

About the School

The school is a small, welcoming community based in Bridgnorth, where staff work together to create a friendly, supportive and inclusive learning environment. The school is committed to helping pupils feel safe, valued and confident, enabling them to develop both academically and socially.

Location

The school is based in Bridgnorth and is accessible by public transport from surrounding areas, including Wombourne, Himley and Much Wenlock. The successful candidate will support a Year 3 class, helping pupils build confidence and make progress through targeted interventions and classroom support.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Legal
Flourish Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects every candidate to share this commitment. All candidates are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Flourish Education is acting as an employment and business agency.