Teaching Assistant in Shrewsbury

Location: Shrewsbury, Shropshire

Start Date: January 2027

Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term Potential Permanent Opportunity

About the Opportunity

Aspire People are recruiting! Are you a qualified Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant looking for your next exciting opportunity? Aspire People are working closely with a welcoming and supportive primary school in Shrewsbury who are looking to recruit enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants to join their team from January 2027 on a full-time, long-term basis. The school offers a friendly, inclusive and nurturing environment where pupils are encouraged to develop confidence, independence and a love of learning. There is a strong emphasis on high-quality teaching, positive relationships and ensuring every child receives the support they need to reach their full potential.

You will be joining a collaborative team of teachers and support staff who are passionate about providing engaging learning experiences and creating a positive classroom environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children, supporting their development and making a genuine difference to their educational journey. There may also be opportunities for the position to become permanent for the right candidate.

The Role

• Supporting teaching and learning across the primary classroom.
• Working alongside the class teacher to deliver engaging lessons and classroom activities.
• Providing targeted one-to-one and small-group support.
• Supporting pupils with literacy, numeracy and wider curriculum activities.
• Helping to differentiate learning activities to meet individual pupil needs.
• Supporting pupils with SEND and additional learning requirements.
• Encouraging positive behaviour, confidence and independence.
• Preparing classroom resources and supporting the organisation of learning activities.
• Monitoring pupil engagement and providing feedback to the class teacher.
• Creating a safe, positive and stimulating learning environment.
• Supporting pupils' social, emotional and personal development.

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds a recognised Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification.
• Has previous experience working within a primary school or educational setting.
• Has a good understanding of the primary curriculum.
• Is confident supporting children across different age groups and abilities.
• Has experience supporting pupils with SEND (desirable).
• Has strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is patient, nurturing and enthusiastic.
• Can use their initiative while working effectively as part of a team.
• Is reliable, adaptable and passionate about supporting children's learning and development.

Why Work with Aspire People?

At Aspire People, we pride ourselves on building strong relationships with schools and education professionals across Shrewsbury and the wider Shropshire area. We offer:

• Dedicated support from an experienced education recruitment consultant.
• Access to fantastic opportunities across local primary schools.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Ongoing support throughout your placement.
• Opportunities to secure long-term and permanent positions.

Interested? If you're a qualified Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant looking for a new opportunity in Shrewsbury from January 2027, we'd love to hear from you! Get in touch with Aspire People today to find out more and take the next step in your education career.

Aspire People - Inspiring the next generation, one classroom at a time.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.