Teaching Assistant
Birmingham
Full time
£21,500 – £24,800 per annum
Vacancy ID
27db91f2-95ac-4e58-9c72-89dcd8675a18
Job Description
Teaching Assistants support learning within the classroom under the guidance of the class teacher. 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
Experience supporting primary-aged pupils.
Calm, patient, and encouraging approach to behaviour and focus support.
Understanding of visual supports and structured routines.
Confidence in delivering core subject interventions.
Strong safeguarding awareness.
About the School
This Birmingham (B23) primary school is well known for its consistent routines, warm ethos, and strongly supportive pastoral culture. Rated Good by Ofsted, the school offers a calm and structured environment where staff focus on helping pupils develop confidence, emotional resilience, and steady progress across the curriculum.
Classrooms are organised, purposeful spaces that help pupils feel secure and ready to learn. Staff work collaboratively across year groups to ensure that children with barriers to learning receive timely, targeted support through small-group interventions, literacy catch-up sessions, wellbeing support, and behaviour coaching. The pastoral team is proactive, approachable, and highly regarded by families.
The school places strong emphasis on positive relationships, predictable routines, and restorative approaches to managing behaviour. Training is available in emotional regulation, inclusive classroom practice, and de-escalation strategies, ensuring staff feel confident and supported. Parents describe the school as caring, communicative, and committed to doing what is right for every child.
For someone who values calm, teamwork, and a child-centred outlook, this is an excellent setting to grow professionally and make meaningful impact.