Teaching Assistant in Lichfield

Hours of work: Monday to Friday 8.10am start and 3.10pm finish, 32.5 hours per week Term Time Plus.

Contract: Term Time Plus – 38 weeks per year plus 5 inset days (39 Weeks), Permanent

Responsible to: SENDCo – Deputy Headteacher

Start Date: As soon as possible

Information about The Friary School:

• The Friary School is a well-established academy, heavily over-subscribed, and nationally amongst the highest performing schools of its type.
• A culture of high expectations permeates throughout, and pupils rise to this high bar willingly.
• Pupils achieve extremely well.
• Pupils’ behaviour and conduct are excellent.
• The school’s curriculum is highly ambitious.
• Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) are supported extremely well.
• The wider development of pupils is exceptionally strong.
• The school’s careers programme is rich and varied.
• There is a plethora of opportunities for pupils to extend their learning beyond the classroom.
• The local governing body members have a strong understanding of the school.
• The school places a strong emphasis on ensuring all students achieve well.

The Friary School also proudly serves the city of Lichfield, which has a rich and vibrant history as well as offering cultural and entertaining activities all year round in its safe city and local communities.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to work under the guidance of the Class Teacher and SENCo, to provide support in the care of pupil(s) who require particular help to overcome barriers to learning, help promote positive behaviour and pupil progress.

A strong team player, they will contribute to the school while supporting an inclusive environment where all pupils can achieve and thrive.

You will be required to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK, evidence of your qualifications and suitable references.

In return we can offer you:

• a commitment to continuing your professional development
• a highly supportive LGB and staff team who work hard to ensure children achieve the very best outcomes both academically and socially
• lively, happy, well-motivated children who are keen and eager to learn
• opportunities for collaboration with schools within the Primitas Learning Partnership
• an incredibly positive working environment, passionately believing that our human resources are our most important and valuable resources.

Closing Date: Monday 16th November 2026 at 12noon.

Interview date: TBC

Our Commitment to Safeguarding:

Primitas Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, this post is subject to a ‘disclosure’ check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Further details regarding this check are available from schools or by visiting.

In addition, this post is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check, references and online searches.

You will also be required to provide proof of eligibility to work in the UK and evidence of your qualifications.

A copy of the school’s Safeguarding Policy can be found on our website.

Skills:

• Be confident in using IT and digital tools essential
• Supporting children with SEND, EAL and differing needs
• Prioritise the safeguarding of children

Experience:

• Be confident in using IT and digital tools essential
• Supporting children with SEND, EAL and differing needs
• Prioritise the safeguarding of children

Personal Attributes:

• Work as part of a team essential
• A positive role model with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Communicates effectively and works well with others
• Establish productive working relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and setting high expectations
• Understands the importance of professional relationships with children, parents and other stakeholders

Qualifications:

• GCSE Maths and English essential
• Ability to work constructively as part of a team
• Ability to relate well with Children and adults