Teaching Assistant

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 24 April 2026
LOCATION
Birmingham
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
SALARY
£46,000 / year
CATEGORY
Education
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SKILLS

Classroom Support Lesson Delivery Small Group Interventions Communication Skills Phonics Literacy Interventions

FULL DESCRIPTION

Teaching Assistant

Birmingham

Full time

£33,000 - £46,000 per annum

Job Description

Working closely with pupils and staff, Teaching Assistants help maintain engagement and progress. Support may include assisting with lesson delivery, providing small group or one-to-one input, and helping to maintain effective classroom routines. Flexibility, initiative, and clear communication are key when supporting pupils of varying abilities.

Provides classroom-based support during lessons.

Delivers small group or individual interventions.

Supports classroom organisation and resources.

Encourages positive behaviour and engagement.

Desired Experience + Qualifications

  • QTS via BEd, PGCE, or equivalent
  • Degree in education, English, or a related field
  • DBS check mandatory Training in phonics or literacy interventions (e.g. Read Write Inc.) preferred
  • Strong analytical and communication skills

About the School

This nurturing nursery school in Birmingham holds a Good Ofsted rating (October 2024) and is celebrated for its joyful learning environment, spacious classrooms, and large outdoor areas. With tailored teaching for toddlers and pre-schoolers, highly qualified staff, and strong family engagement through platforms like Tapestry, it's a thriving setting where specialist roles are highly prized.

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