Teaching Assistant (Level 2) – Foley Park Primary Academy

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Kidderminster; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A community school in Kidderminster is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team. This role focuses on enhancing children's learning and well-being, offering a chance to make a positive impact in a friendly environment. Ideal candidates will possess excellent communication skills and a commitment to education.

Benefits

Commitment to continuing professional development

Supportive staff team

Friendly children eager to learn

Qualifications

• Experience working with pupils in a school, KS2 experience is desirable.
• Commitment to supporting children’s learning and well-being.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate effectively with teachers and staff.
• Support pupils with SEND needs on a 1:1 basis.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Energy

Positivity

Job description

Hours / Weeks: 27.5 hours per week, term-time only + 5 training days

Grade / Salary Scale

NJC 5/6 pro-rata: £24,790 - £25,183 (full-time equivalent)

Contract Type

1 year fixed-term (due to SEND funding)

Required for

September 2025

About Us

We are a friendly, one-form entry community school in Kidderminster, part of Victoria Academies Multi Academy Trust (VAT); a family of 11 primary schools based in the West Midlands. VAT prides itself on the values of Unity, Integrity, Courage, Curiosity, and Excellence.

Job Description

We are seeking to appoint a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate individual who is enthusiastic, hardworking, and committed to making a positive difference to the lives of our children.

Responsibilities

1. Be flexible and collaborate effectively with teachers and other staff
2. Work with small groups of children/support pupils with SEND needs on a 1:1 basis where required

Candidate Requirements

• Commitment to supporting children’s learning and well-being
• Experience working with pupils in a school – KS2 experience is desirable
• Excellent communication skills
• Energy, positivity, and the ability to work effectively as part of our team
• Willingness to go the extra mile to make great things happen for our children

We Offer

• A commitment to continuing professional development
• A supportive and hardworking staff team
• Friendly and eager children keen to learn

Application Process

Please return completed applications marked for the attention of the Headteacher: Miss S. Reynolds, Foley Park Academy, or via email to [e-mail].

Recruitment pack available at: https://victoriaacademiestrust.org/job-vacancies/

Important Dates

• Closing date for applications: Friday 6^th June at 10am
• Interviews and task: Week commencing 16^th June

Additional Information

Foley Park Academy – part of Victoria Academies Trust, is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants. All shortlisted candidates will undergo an online search as part of the recruitment process.

We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements, subject to operational requirements.