KS1 Teaching Assistant (Part Time) in Birmingham

We are seeking two part-time Teaching Assistants working primarily in Key Stage 1. One two-day role, and one three-day role which includes one day in EYFS.

Benefits of working at our school:

• The Blue Coat School is a diverse and vibrant community.
• All staff have access to a range of benefits including ongoing CPD, a delicious free lunch each day during term time, remuneration on fees, access to a wellbeing package, use of fitness facilities, social events and free on-site parking.
• Support Staff are enrolled into a direct contribution pension scheme with generous employer contributions and associated benefits.

Qualifications/Professional Development:

• QTS or Level 3 qualification
• Paediatric First Aid qualification would be desirable
• Food Hygiene qualification would be desirable
• Evidence of recent involvement in professional development

Experience and skills:

• Experience of working with and caring for children aged 3 to 7 with an understanding of how to meet each child’s needs
• Experience of planning, leading and participating in activities to support the learning of children in KS1 and EYFS (where applicable)
• Effective communication and listening skills

Knowledge:

• Sound understanding of safeguarding principles
• Sound knowledge of early childhood development
• Knowledge of current good practice for children aged 3 – 7
• Sound knowledge and experience of the KS1 and EYFS principles

Personal attributes:

• Sympathy with the Christian ethos and activities of the school
• Ability to form and maintain positive relationships
• Sensitivity to others and the ability to work cooperatively
• Wholehearted commitment to the life of a vibrant school community

All members of staff are required to promote and safeguard the welfare of children they are responsible for, or come into contact with, and to adhere to, and ensure compliance with, the School’s child protection procedures and staff guidance at all times.

Interviews will take place on Tuesday 11 August 2026. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to prepare an activity for a small group of children, and attend a formal interview. There will also be an opportunity to tour the school on the interview day. At interview applicants must provide original documents to confirm their identity and right to work in the UK. They must also bring proof of qualifications where relevant for the post. The documentation required by applicants is listed in the Recruitment Policy which is available on the school website and from the School.

The post is subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check (including a Barred List check), a satisfactory online check, a satisfactory medical fitness declaration and satisfactory references. Confidential references will be sought prior to interview.

The Blue Coat School is an equal opportunity employer.

Please note, we reserve the right to close posts and commence interviews at any time, once we have received sufficient applications. We advise you to submit your application as early as possible to prevent disappointment.