Teaching Assistant

Corus Consultancy; Warley Wigorn; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD training

Consultant support

Flexible working

Job summary

Corus Consultancy seeks an experienced Primary Teaching Assistant or HLTA to support mainstream and SEN provisions across Birmingham. You will cover classes, run small-group interventions, and provide 1:1 SEN support within Key Stages 1 and 2.

The role involves working with Read Write Inc/Little Wandle phonics knowledge, maintaining safeguarding standards, and contributing to pupil progress tracking.

Qualifications

• Qualification: Level 3 or Level 4 NVQ/CACHE in Supporting Teaching & Learning, HLTA Status, or a relevant Primary Education degree.
• Experience: Proven experience working within a UK primary school setting using the National Primary Curriculum.
• Specialist Knowledge: Familiarity with primary phonics frameworks (e.g., Read Write Inc. or Little Wandle) and SEN support techniques.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons during teacher PPA time across KS1 and KS2.
• Lead targeted small-group intervention sessions focusing on SATs prep, literacy, and numeracy.
• Provide 1:1 or small-group support for pupils with SEND, including ASD, ADHD, and SEMH needs.
• Assist class teachers with classroom management, pupil progress tracking, and safeguarding compliance.

Skills

SEN support

HLTA experience

Primary teaching

Education

Level 3 NVQ/CACHE in Supporting Teaching & Learning

Primary Education degree

Tools

Read Write Inc

Little Wandle

Job description

Job Title: Primary Teaching Assistant / SEN Specialist

Location: Birmingham (Primary Schools across North, South & Central Birmingham)

Pay Rate: £120.00 - £130.00 per day (PAYE options available)

Contract Type: Long-term / Full-Time & Day-to-Day Cover

Start Date: Immediate / Upcoming Term Starts

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and adaptable Primary Teaching Assistant or HLTA to support mainstream and SEN primary provisions across Birmingham. Working at this rate, you will hold key responsibilities including class cover, small-group intervention, or 1:1 specialist SEN support.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver pre-planned lessons during teacher PPA time across Key Stage 1 (KS1) and Key Stage 2 (KS2).
• Lead targeted small-group intervention sessions focusing on SATs prep, literacy, and numeracy.
• Provide 1:1 or small-group support for pupils with SEND, including ASD, ADHD, and SEMH needs.
• Assist class teachers with classroom management, pupil progress tracking, and safeguard compliance.

Requirements

• Qualification: Level 3 or Level 4 NVQ/CACHE in Supporting Teaching & Learning, HLTA Status, or a relevant Primary Education degree.
• Experience: Proven experience working within a UK primary school setting using the National Primary Curriculum.
• Specialist Knowledge: Familiarity with primary phonics frameworks (e.g., Read Write Inc. or Little Wandle) and SEN support techniques.
• Compliance: An Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service (or willingness to process a new one) and clear right-to-work documentation in the UK.

What We Offer

• Competitive daily rate of £120 to £130 per day, dependent on experience and role responsibilities.
• Flexible working options across welcoming, high-achieving primary schools in Birmingham.
• Ongoing access to CPD training and dedicated consultant support.