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Full-Time Teaching Assistant (Level 3) – Year 3 ASD & Behaviour Support

Location: Oldbury
Role: Full-Time Teaching Assistant
Start Date: 2nd September 2026
Hours: 8:20am – 3:35pm, Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)
Additional info: Staff meeting every Wednesday until 4:15pm. Early finish every Friday at 1:30pm.
Contract: Ongoing, with the potential to continue for the full academic year

Level 3 Teaching Assistant Job in Oldbury

A welcoming and supportive primary school in Oldbury is seeking an experienced Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2026.

This rewarding full-time position will involve working within a Year 3 classroom, providing targeted support for pupils with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and additional behavioural needs. The successful candidate will play a key role in helping children access learning, develop positive relationships, and achieve their full potential within the classroom environment.

About the School

This busy and successful two-form entry primary school is known for its inclusive ethos, supportive staff team, and commitment to providing high-quality education for all pupils.

The school benefits from:

  • Excellent facilities for both staff and children
  • A strong and supportive leadership team
  • Well-resourced learning environments
  • A welcoming and collaborative atmosphere
  • A commitment to inclusion and pupil wellbeing

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

  • Holds an NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (essential)
  • Has experience supporting pupils with ASD and behavioural needs
  • Remains calm, patient, and professional in challenging situations
  • Can build positive and trusting relationships with children
  • Is compassionate, nurturing, and understanding
  • Is reliable, dedicated, and committed to making a difference
  • Works effectively as part of a wider school team
  • Has a genuine passion for supporting pupils with additional needs

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide classroom-based support within a Year 3 setting
  • Deliver targeted support for pupils with ASD and behavioural needs
  • Encourage positive behaviour and engagement with learning
  • Support emotional regulation and social development
  • Work closely with the class teacher and SEND team
  • Help create a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable learning environment
  • Monitor progress and provide feedback to teaching staff where required

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Teaching Assistant, SEN Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Support Assistant, or ASD Support Worker looking to secure a rewarding role within a highly supportive primary school in Oldbury.  If you are interested in this position or want to find out more, email Jack at jack@zesteducation.co.uk or ‘apply for job’ at the top of the page to submit your details.

If you are a dedicated and enthusiastic professional who enjoys helping children overcome barriers to learning and achieve success, we would love to hear from you.  Apply today to be considered for this exciting September 2026 opportunity!

Zest Education are an APSCo audited agency and are dedicated to safeguarding children. All candidates must hold an enhanced DBS (or allow us to process one for you) and be registered to the DBS Update Service, be able to provide references to cover the last two years and successfully pass all other necessary safeguarding checks prior to clearance for work.

Salary is dependent on experience, training, or qualifications. The minimum experience, training, or qualifications required for this position are recent school-based experience (within the last 5 years within a school that teaches the British Curriculum) and/or care-based experience within the last 5 years.

The role advertised is for temporary supply work.

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