At a Glance
- Tasks: Support teachers in delivering engaging lessons and help students thrive.
- Company: Join a friendly team at Birchen Coppice Primary Academy, part of Victoria Academies Trust.
- Benefits: Career development, supportive staff, and a positive work environment.
- Other info: Enjoy working in a modern school with great resources and opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while growing your skills.
- Qualifications: Passion for education and commitment to professional growth.
The predicted salary is between 32243 - 39408 £ per year.
Victoria Academies Trust, Birchen Coppice Primary Academy is currently looking for a TA2 to join our dedicated, friendly team of staff. Birchen Coppice Academy is a one-form primary school in Kidderminster. We are a well-resourced school, enjoying a modern spacious building and impressive, attractive grounds. We are part of Victoria Academies Trust, a close-knit family of schools who share a passion for making all members of our schools the best that they can be.
What we can offer you:
- A strong commitment to developing you and your career
- A supportive staff team
- Friendly children with huge potential who are keen to learn
- Opportunities to work across schools with like-minded colleagues
- An open and positive approach to workload and well-being
The successful candidate will:
- Be a committed professional with a desire to provide an excellent education for all pupils
- Be a reflective practitioner who is committed to their own professional development
- Enjoy being part of a forward-thinking, values-driven team with a clear purpose
- Enjoy building excellent relationships with pupils, parents and staff
This post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure which confirms the appointee is not on the Children’s Barred list being obtained. If you are shortlisted you will be asked to disclose any convictions, cautions, reprimands or final warnings that are not "protected" as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and you will have the opportunity to discuss any issues of concern that may arise from this search at the interview.
The post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement of the role. Birchen Coppice Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check prior to employment commencing.
Closing date for applications: 12 Noon Friday 4th September 2026
Interviews will be held: w/c 7th September 2026
Hours: 27 hours per week, term time only plus 5 inset days
Grade: NJC 05 - NJC 06 £16,080 - £16,335 (actual salary)
Location: Birchen Coppice Primary Academy, Woodbury Road, Kidderminster DY11 7JJ
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 4 September 2026 at 12 noon
EYFS Teaching Assistant Level 2 - Birchen Coppice Primary Academy employer: WMJobs
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