Teaching Assistant (Early Years)

Bentley Heath Church of England Primary School; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Warm, welcoming school community

Highly skilled colleagues

Training and professional support

Staff wellbeing and pastoral support

24/7 GP Helpline

Savings & Loans Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

GP Service & Cash Plan

Home & Tech Scheme

Safeguarding commitment

Job summary

Bentley Heath Church of England Primary School in Solihull is seeking an experienced Teaching Assistant to join our team. The role involves working closely with teaching staff to support pupils and foster confident, independent learners.

You will also help with minor first aid, manage behaviour in line with school policies, and contribute to a warm, welcoming school community that prioritises wellbeing and achievement.

Qualifications

• Essential Level 2 qualification.
• Experience supporting children in a school or similar setting.
• Positive, caring approach and ability to build relationships with pupils and colleagues.
• Ability to work as part of a team and use initiative.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality support for pupils in collaboration with teaching staff.
• Administer minor first aid as required.
• Manage behaviour in line with the school’s policies and procedures.

Skills

Teamwork

Positive attitude

Relationship building

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Level 2 qualification

Job description

About the role

Bentley Heath Church of England Primary School is seeking to appoint an experienced, enthusiastic and motivated Teaching Assistant to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who respects children, enjoys helping them become confident and independent learners, and is committed to supporting their wellbeing and achievement.

The successful candidate will work closely with teaching staff to provide high-quality support for pupils. The role will also include administering minor first aid and managing behaviour in line with the school’s policies and procedures.

About you

• holds a full and relevant Level 2 qualification, which is essential for this role;
• has experience of supporting children in a school or similar setting;
• is positive, caring and able to build strong relationships with pupils and colleagues;
• can work effectively as part of a team and use their initiative; and
• is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

In return, we offer

• A warm, welcoming and supportive school community
• Highly skilled and collaborative colleagues
• Training and professional support tailored to the role
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and pastoral support

Staff benefits

• 24/7 GP Helpline
• Savings & Loans Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• GP Service & Cash Plan
• Home & Tech Scheme
• Safeguarding

Bentley Heath Church of England Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment to this role will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and the school’s safer recruitment procedures.