Teaching Assistant - Tamworth

Aspire People; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Aspire People in Tamworth is seeking experienced Primary School Teaching Assistants to join a welcoming bank supporting local schools. The role offers flexible day-to-day placements and the chance to gain experience across a range of classrooms.

We value reliable, enthusiastic individuals who can support teachers and pupils, adapt to differing curriculums, and work well within a team. Training and friendly guidance are provided as you prepare for the new school year.

Qualifications

• Experience working within schools.
• Confident with the primary curriculum.
• Hold a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in child care or a TA course.
• Provide quality support to teachers and to pupils.
• Carry out small group work and follow the teachers' planning.
• Ability to think on your feet.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils in line with teachers' plans.
• Assist with classroom activities and small group work.
• Provide assistance to lead lessons as directed by the teacher.

Skills

Experience in schools

Curriculum confidence

Pupil support

Small group work

Education

Level 2/3 in childcare or TA course

Job description

Are you an experienced Primary School Teaching Assistant living in Tamworth looking for a new challenge? Are you looking for more flexible work and expanding your experience working in a range of schools instead of being tied in to just one school? Take some pressure off and have more pleasure giving children your wealth of knowledge and focusing on actually teaching. We have been working with schools in the South Staffordshire area for over 10 years and have an excellent relationship with them. We have placed many teaching assistants into the schools, and they all have very positive things to say about their time there. The schools have a really good reputation, and we are looking to expand our bank of excellent teaching assistants to supply these schools with quality flexible TA's. We are looking for a bank of excellent Primary School Teaching Assistants who want a new challenge and want to be part of a strong team in our local schools in your area. The work is day to day with the possibility of longer-term roles if this is of interest. We are recruiting now so come and get signed up and get ready and prepared for the schools going back after the 6 weeks.

Responsibilities and Requirements

As a Primary Teaching Assistant, we expect you to be an outstanding member of staff so we expect the following:

• Have experience working within schools.
• Be confident with the curriculum.
• Hold a relevant qualification - Level 2 or Level 3 in child care or a TA course
• Provide quality support to teachers and to pupils.
• Be able to carry out small group work and work with individuals under the teachers planning provided.
• Have the ability to think on your feet.

This is an excellent opportunity to work at some of the best schools in your local area. We can offer very good rates of pay and we will be available 24/7 for you should you need help with anything.