Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant (KS1) – Mornings Only | Long-Term Role

Location: Selly Oak, Birmingham
Hours: 9:00am – 12:00pm, Monday to Friday
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Long-term

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant with an NVQ Level 3 qualification?
Zest Education is recruiting on behalf of a welcoming and inclusive primary school in Selly Oak, Birmingham for a dedicated and adaptable Teaching Assistant to join their Key Stage 1 team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Teaching Assistant who thrives in a supportive environment and is passionate about helping young learners succeed.

🕐The Role

• Hours: Mornings only (9am – 12pm), five days per week
• Key Stage: KS1
• Start: Imminent, continuing long-term
• Responsibilities:
  • Provide tailored support to pupils in a KS1 classroom
  • Assist with small group work and one-to-one interventions
  • Work closely with the class teacher to deliver engaging learning experiences
  • Adapt to the needs of individual learners and promote positive behaviour

🚌 About the School

This is a vibrant and forward-thinking primary school with a strong sense of community. Staff are committed to creating a nurturing environment where every child feels valued and supported. The school prides itself on its inclusive ethos, excellent resources, and collaborative team culture for teachers, teaching assistants and all other staff. You’ll be joining a setting that encourages professional growth and celebrates success.

📚What We’re Looking For

• Teaching Assistant NVQ Level 3 qualification (or equivalent)
• Previous experience supporting KS1 pupils
• A positive, adaptable attitude and strong communication skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Why Join Zest Education?

• Competitive rates of pay
• Dedicated consultant support
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development

Apply today to start making a difference in a fantastic school environment!
Click Apply Now or contact Zest Education for more details. To find out more, email Charlie at charlie@zesteducation.co.uk or ‘apply for job’ at the top of the page to submit your details.

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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