Teaching Assistant in Walsall

Teaching Assistant in Walsall

Walsall Full-Time On-site
T

This is a one-year maternity cover Teaching Assistant post at St Peter's C of E Primary Academy, part of St Chad's Academies Trust. The work centres on targeted support for pupils, including 1:1 SEND support, small group interventions and classroom help. The hours are 8:30am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday, and include lunchtime duties. Applicants need an enhanced DBS check and the right to work in the UK, as visa sponsorship is not available.

What the job involves

  • Provide targeted support to individuals and small groups to remove barriers to learning
  • Deliver 1:1 SEND support adapted to each pupil's needs
  • Run small group interventions
  • Support pupils in classrooms, working alongside teachers
  • Support pupils at lunchtimes to keep a safe, positive environment
  • Help create a calm, respectful learning environment where pupils feel safe and confident
  • Support pupils' engagement, independence and enjoyment of learning
  • Contribute to academy life and share ideas about practice

What’s required

Skills & knowledge

  • Child-centred and patient approach
  • Commitment to inclusive practice
  • Alignment with the academy's values

Checks & eligibility

  • Enhanced DBS check
  • Right to work in the UK

What’s offered

  • Training opportunities
  • Support for colleague wellbeing within a culture of teamwork
  • Open discussion on flexible working options

#J-18808-Ljbffr

T

Contact Details:

The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team