Teaching Assistant -Two Rivers Primary School

Wmjobs; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing Professional Development

Discounts, wellbeing and health perks

Job summary

Two Rivers Primary School in Tamworth is seeking two dedicated Teaching Assistants to join a supportive team. The role involves working closely with teachers to support classroom learning, provide personalised assistance, and foster an inclusive environment for all pupils.

This position offers 30 hours weekly, term-time only, with potential for extra hours for before/after school clubs. The school welcomes applicants with NVQ2/3 or equivalent qualifications and experience of working with

Qualifications

• NVQ2 / NVQ3 or equivalent qualification desirable and experience of working with children with Special Educational Needs.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom learning in collaboration with teachers.
• Provide individualised assistance to pupils to help reach their full potential.
• Help create an inclusive, engaging environment for all students.

Skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Creativity

Enthusiasm

Can-do attitude

Education

NVQ2 / NVQ3 or equivalent

Job description

Two Rivers Primary School is a special educational needs school, for 2-11-year olds. We are seeking to appoint 2 dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to join our supportive team. This role is ideal for someone passionate about making a positive impact in children's education and helping each student reach their full potential. As a Teaching Assistant at Two Rivers Primary School, you will work closely with teachers to support classroom learning, provide individualised assistance, and help create an inclusive, engaging environment for all students. If you're committed to nurturing young minds in a collaborative and welcoming school community, we'd love to hear from you!

Two Rivers Primary School are looking to recruit a 30 hour Teaching Assistant to start ASAP. (with opportunity to extend working hours for before and after school clubs. Level 2 or 3. This post is for Monday-Friday (Term-time only), and is offered as a temporary contract until July 2028.

LEVEL 3

Salary range: £27274-28153 (full-time equivalent£19106 - £19722 (actual salary)

LEVEL 2

Salary range: £26847-27274 (full-time equivalent) £18807 - £19106 (actual salary)

Key Requirements:

NVQ2 / NVQ3 or equivalent qualification desirable and experience of working with children with Special Educational Needs.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has high standards and expectations of themselves and the children
• Is creative, enthusiastic and has a positive 'can do' approach
• Enjoys working collaboratively as part of a dedicated, hardworking team
• Has excellent interpersonal skills

We can offer:

• A warm, stimulating and supportive environment
• Students who really enjoy the experience offered at the school
• Continuing Professional Development
• Employment reward platform offering financial discounts, wellbeing and health benefits
• A highly professional team who would welcome you on board

Visits to the school are welcome, to arrange a visit please contact the school office on: Primary School Tel: [phone]

Closing date: 9th October 2026

Interview date: tbc

School Address: Quince, Amington, Tamworth, Staffordshire B77 4EN

This Schoolis committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all backgrounds. We value the unique contributions that a diverse workforce brings and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and able to thrive.

The position is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) which will require you to disclose details of all unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form. In addition, for shortlisted candidates an online search (including social media) will be conducted as part of the School's due diligence in line with KCSIE (Keeping Children Safe in Education).