Teaching Assistant

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Wolverhampton
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
SALARY
£25,070 / year
CATEGORY
Education
This role is not offered with visa sponsorship, though the employer is a licensed UK sponsor

SKILLS

Engagement Skills Emotional Support Pastoral Mentoring Classroom Support Differentiated Instruction Safeguarding Knowledge Communication Skills Teamwork

FULL DESCRIPTION

Teaching Assistant

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is seeking a Teaching Assistant with integrated pastoral mentoring responsibilities at our [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] - Wolverhampton location. This full-time, permanent role offers a yearly salary of £25,070 and a range of benefits including professional development, wellbeing support, and generous holidays.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist teachers in delivering engaging lessons and supporting students with diverse learning needs.
  • Provide emotional support and monitor student wellbeing through pastoral mentoring.
  • Foster positive relationships to support personal development.
  • Contribute to a positive and inclusive classroom environment.

Requirements

  • Engagement Skills: Ability to engage learners and support their ambitions.
  • Emotional Support: Passionate about making a positive impact on students’ lives.
  • Qualification: GCSEs in Maths and English C or 4 grade and above (or equivalent).
  • Knowledge: Understanding of alternative provision and dealing with students with special needs.
  • Experience: Working within an education setting or equivalent.
  • Communication: Professional communication with students and staff.
  • Promotion of Values: Commitment to promoting equality, diversity, safeguarding, wellbeing, and British values.

About the School

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is part of [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], a national group of independent OFSTED-regulated schools. At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] – Wolverhampton, we support approximately 15 pupils, providing a nurturing environment for children needing to reintegrate into mainstream education. The school has a core team including the Head of School, teachers, and support staff. For more details, please click here to view the Job Description.

Benefits

  • Professional Development: Support for qualifications and in-house training, with approx. £3.5k invested per colleague.
  • Financial Security: Death in Service Insurance (4x salary).
  • Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave.
  • Health and Wellbeing Cashback: Medicash covering up to £900 annually.
  • Recognition Awards: Monthly, Quarterly, and Annual.
  • Referral Bonus: £500 for referring top talent.
  • Exclusive Discounts: MiRewards benefits platform.
  • Weekly drop-ins with Senior Leaders.
  • Group Connection: Annual conference and benefits review.

Additional Information

Department: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] - Wolverhampton
Role: Teaching Assistant
Locations: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] - Wolverhampton
Yearly salary: £25,070
Employment Term: Permanent
Work Location: Work from School
Number of Vacancies: 2
Employment Type: Full Time
Contracted Hours: 8:30 till 17:00

We are unable to provide Visa sponsorship for this role.

How to Apply: Submit your application with a brief note about your training philosophy by clicking APPLY. For queries, contact our recruitment team at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].

Diversity and Safeguarding

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunities. We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all children and young people. For details of our safer recruitment commitment, visit our website.

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