Teaching Assistant

The Woodlands Community Primary School; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

The Woodlands Community Primary School in Tamworth is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support a whole class, small groups and 1:1 interventions. The role requires initiative, flexibility and the ability to work as part of a team to support pupil progress.

Candidates should have experience with primary aged children (KS1/KS2), strong interpersonal skills and knowledge of assessment techniques. The post is fixed-term for term time only, starting as soon as possible.

Qualifications

• Previous experience of working with primary aged children within a school setting, preferably KS1 and/or KS2.
• Confidence in dealing with pupils with different abilities.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Able to work as part of a wider team.
• Knowledge of basic assessment techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assist the whole class and take small groups or 1:1 support.
• Support lesson delivery and adapt activities as needed.
• Use initiative to manage groups and progress.
• Work as part of a wider team to support pupil learning.

Skills

Experience with primary children

Teamwork

Communication skills

Proactive work

Job description

The Woodlands Community Primary School

Canning Road

Glascote

Tamworth

B77 3JX

Teaching Assistant

To start: As soon as possible

Grade 3, 16 hours per week, Fixed Term, Term Time only

Salary Points 3 - 4 £25614 - £26016 FTE

Actual Salary (£9612 - £9762pa. pro rata for fixed term)

The Woodlands Community Primary School Tamworth is seeking energetic, creative and hardworking Teaching Assistant.

You will be assisting the whole class as well as taking small groups of children or 1:1 and supporting them. The requirement to work with initiative, pro-actively and as part of a wider team are key skills, we will be looking for in those applying for these positions.

For this role, you will need to:

• have previous experience of working with primary aged children within a school setting, preferably KS1 and/or KS2 depending on the position
• have confidence in dealing with pupils with different abilities
• possess good interpersonal and communication skills
• be good at working as part of a wider team
• have up to date knowledge of basic assessment techniques,
• be able to work on your own with groups of children, directing and adapting lessons according to need and ongoing outcomes.
• be adaptable, flexible and resilient to the day-to-day rigours of school life.

We can offer you:

A great team of hardworking colleagues

Outstanding children who are keen to learn

Supportive parents and governors

Opportunities for professional developmentwithin school and as part of the Academy Trust

A well-resourced and safe working environment

Candidates will be observed teaching a small group of children at The Woodlands as part of the interview process.

Visits to the school are encouraged. Please contact the school to make an appointment.

Community Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks, online checks and a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the standards which flows from Community Academies Trust vision and values.

The role is covered by part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

Community Academies Trust supports Equal Opportunities Employment.

Community Academies Trust Company Registration No. 0747273-6

Closing date: 2nd November 2026 9am

Shortlisting: 2nd November 2026

Interviews: week commencing: 2nd November 2026

Start date: As soon as possible

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