Teaching Assistant

St Patrick's CE Primary Academy; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Friendly community

Supportive families

Job summary

St Patrick's CE Primary Academy in Solihull is seeking a part-time teaching assistant to join from January 2026. The role invites candidates with experience across school settings, in a one-form entry primary academy that values an inclusive learning community.

Applicants should hold a relevant NVQ Level 3 or equivalent and demonstrate commitment, enthusiasm and the ability to work well in a team. The school offers a supportive environment with families and governors involved.

Qualifications

• Hold a relevant NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent.
• Demonstrate commitment, enthusiasm and high expectations as a practitioner.

Skills

Committed

Enthusiastic

Teamwork

Friendly

Flexible

Organised

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Job description

We are looking to appoint a part time teaching assistant to join our team from January 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for a teaching assistant to join our successful school. We are seeking applicants who have a range of experience working across school. St Patrick's is a one form entry primary academy. We provide an inclusive learning community where every child really does matter.

Candidates need to hold a relevant NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent and need to be:

• Committed, enthusiastic and talented; Excellent practitioners with high expectations; Able to work as part of a team; Friendly and approachable; Flexible and adaptable to change; Organised and have good interpersonal and communication skills.

In return we can offer you:

• Positive, enthusiastic children who enjoy learning; Good training and professional development opportunities; An exciting, forward-thinking school, with a committed, skilled and hard- working staff; A very friendly and welcoming school community with supportive families, staff and governors.