Teaching Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 12,915 - 16,605; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistants for primary schools across Birmingham, including Handsworth, Smethwick, Hockley, Winson Green and surrounding areas.

These long-term roles offer the potential to become permanent. You will support teachers, provide general classroom assistance, and work one-to-one with pupils, including those with SEN, during term time (8:30 am – 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday).

Qualifications

• TA Level 2 or Level 3 TA qualification.
• At least 6 months' experience working in schools.
• GCSE English and Maths.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply).
• Right to work in the UK.
• Up-to-date employment references.
• Availability to work Monday to Friday during term time.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in the classroom.
• Provide general classroom assistance.
• Work one-to-one with pupils, including those with SEN.
• Carry out day-to-day teaching assistant duties.

Skills

TA Level 2

TA Level 3

SEN support

GCSE English/Maths

Enhanced DBS

Right to work UK

References

Term-time availability

Job description

Level 2 and Level 3 Teaching Assistants in primary schools needed across Birmingham.

Job Overview

• Role: Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant
• Location: Birmingham areas including Handsworth, Smethwick, Hockley, Winson Green, and surrounding areas
• Start Date: 7 September 2026
• Hours: Monday to Friday, term time only, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
• Contract: Long-term position with the possibility of becoming permanent

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in the classroom.
• Provide general classroom assistance.
• Work one-to-one with pupils, including those with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
• Carry out day-to-day teaching assistant duties.

Essential Requirements

You must have:

• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification.
• At least 6 months' experience working in schools.
• GCSE English and Maths.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be willing to apply for one).
• The legal right to work in the UK.
• Up-to-date employment references.
• Availability to work Monday to Friday during term time.

Suitable for

This role would suit someone who:

• Enjoys working with primary-aged children.
• Has experience supporting pupils with SEN.
• Is looking for a long-term role that could lead to a permanent position.