Teaching Assistant

Aspire People; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People are recruiting a qualified Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant for January 2027 start in Telford, Shropshire. You will join welcoming primary schools and support learners across EYFS to KS2 with targeted interventions and SEND support.

The roles are full-time and long-term with potential permanent opportunities. You will work closely with class teachers to deliver engaging activities and help create a positive, inclusive learning environment for all pupils.

Qualifications

• Holds a recognised Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification.
• Experience in a primary school or educational setting.
• Understanding of the primary curriculum.
• Confident supporting children across age groups and abilities.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning across EYFS, KS1 and KS2.
• Work with class teachers to deliver engaging lessons and activities.
• Provide targeted one-to-one and small-group support.
• Support literacy, numeracy and wider curriculum activities.
• Differentiate learning activities to meet pupil needs.
• Support pupils with SEND and additional learning requirements.
• Encourage positive behaviour, confidence and independence.
• Prepare classroom resources and assist with learning activities.
• Monitor pupil engagement and provide feedback to the class teacher.

Skills

Level 2/3 TA qualification

Primary school experience

Communication skills

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Level 2 / Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Location: Telford, Shropshire

Start Date: January 2027

Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term

Potential Permanent Opportunity

About the Opportunity

Aspire People are recruiting!

Are you a qualified Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant looking for your next exciting opportunity in education?

Aspire People are working closely with a number of welcoming and supportive primary schools across Telford who are looking to recruit enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants to join their teams from January 2027.

We have a variety of opportunities available within friendly, inclusive school environments where staff are passionate about providing children with the best possible start to their education.

The schools offer positive and collaborative working environments, with supportive teaching teams who value teamwork, creativity and high-quality learning experiences. Whether you enjoy supporting children within the classroom, delivering targeted interventions or providing additional support to pupils with SEND, we would love to hear from you.

These opportunities are available on a full-time, long-term basis, with the potential for permanent positions for the right candidates.

The Role

• Supporting teaching and learning across EYFS, KS1 and KS2.
• Working alongside class teachers to deliver engaging lessons and classroom activities.
• Providing targeted one-to-one and small-group support.
• Supporting pupils with literacy, numeracy and wider curriculum activities.
• Helping to differentiate learning activities to meet individual pupil needs.
• Supporting children with SEND and additional learning requirements.
• Encouraging positive behaviour, confidence and independence.
• Preparing classroom resources and assisting with the organisation of learning activities.
• Monitoring pupil engagement and providing feedback to the class teacher.
• Creating a safe, positive and stimulating learning environment.
• Supporting pupils' social, emotional and personal development.

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds a recognised Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification.
• Has previous experience working within a primary school or educational setting.
• Has a good understanding of the primary curriculum.
• Is confident supporting children across different age groups and abilities.
• Has experience supporting pupils with SEND (desirable).
• Has strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is patient, nurturing and enthusiastic.
• Can use their initiative while working effectively as part of a team.
• Is reliable, adaptable and passionate about supporting children's learning and development.

Why Work with Aspire People?

At Aspire People, we pride ourselves on building strong relationships with schools and education professionals across Telford and the wider Shropshire area.

We offer:

• Dedicated support from an experienced education recruitment consultant.
• Access to a variety of opportunities across local primary schools.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Ongoing support throughout your placement.
• Opportunities to secure long-term and permanent positions.

Aspire People - Inspiring the next generation, one classroom at a time.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.