Teaching Assistant

Bentley West Primary School; Darlaston; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Bentley West Primary School is seeking a Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join our team. This role is 32.5 hours per week, term time only, with a salary of £27,254-£33,699 FTE. The appointment is on a term-time basis and is intended to start as soon as possible.

We emphasise safeguarding, high standards, and a supportive environment where staff contribute to children’s development and wellbeing. A full DBS and pre-employment checks will be completed for the successful candidate.

Qualifications

• Has previous paid experience of working in a school as a Teaching Assistant.
• Already holds a relevant level 3 qualification and GCSE English and Maths minimum grade 4 or C.
• Has some experience of working with children with a variety of needs.
• Has a proven track record of contributing to the raising of standards in a school.
• Demonstrates a good understanding of child development and the learning process.
• Has experience of and the ability to deal positively with children, parents and other professionals who are involved in the children’s education.
• Is enthusiastic and willing to motivate and inspire our children.
• Is flexible to the needs of the children and have a commitment to their wellbeing and development.
• Has a commitment to working strategically as part of a team to improve standards in teaching and learning.
• Be a positive role model in school.

Skills

Paid experience in school

Level 3 qualification

GCSE English & Maths (grade 4/C)

Experience with diverse needs

Education

Level 3 qualification

GCSE English & Maths (grade 4/C)

Job description

Bentley West Primary School

Level 3 Teaching Assistant

32.5 hours per week, term time only

Bentley West Primary School, Monmouth Road, Bentley, Walsall, WS2 0JN

Pay: Grade 3, SCP 9-22, £27,254-£33,699 Full Time Equivalent.

Salary will be worked out pro-rata- term time only and according to experience.

Email: [e-mail]

To start as soon as possible

Join our passionate team and make a real difference! We’re offering an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join us and help enhance the vibrant learning environment at our school. If you’re passionate about supporting children’s development, fostering curiosity, and contributing to a caring and inspiring community, we’d love to hear from you.

We wish to appoint an Teaching Assistant who;

• Has previous paid experience of working in a school as a Teaching Assistant
• Already holds a relevant level 3 qualification and GCSE English and Maths minimum grade 4 or C.
• Has some experience of working with children with a variety of needs
• Has a proven track record of contributing to the raising of standards in a school
• Demonstrates a good understanding of child development and the learning process
• Has experience of and the ability to deal positively with children, parents and other professionals who are involved in the children’s education
• Is enthusiastic and willing to motivate and inspire our children
• Is flexible to the needs of the children and have a commitment to their wellbeing and development
• Has a commitment to working strategically as part of a team to improve standards in teaching and learning
• Be a positive role model in school

In return we can offer:

• An opportunity to have a very rewarding role in the lives of our wonderful children
• The chance to transform lives and make a vital contribution to families
• A hardworking and supportive staff team
• Personalised CPD packages and the opportunity to learn from a wide range of professionals
• A highly supportive senior leadership team

In return we are committed to offering high quality support, personalised continuing professional development, a creative and flexible approach to the curriculum and a supportive leadership.

Closing date: Midnight on Sunday 20th September 2026

Shortlisting: W/C 21st September 2026 with interviews shortly afterwards.

Safer Recruitment

Safeguarding Commitment

Safeguarding is our top priority. We encourage all applicants to review our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy, which outlines our commitment to the safety and wellbeing of students.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment.

The successful candidate will be subject to all necessary pre-employment checks, including: enhanced DBS; Prohibition check; Childcare Disqualification (where applicable); qualifications (where applicable); medical fitness; identity and right to work.

References

All applicants will be required to provide two suitable references

Short-listed Candidates

An online search will also be carried out as part of due diligence on all short-listed candidates

Rehabilitation of Offenders

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Which means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’, so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account.

Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.

Immigration Act

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016).

Therefore, the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.