Teaching Assistant Opportunities - 5 Full-Time Roles Available
Location: Kidderminster
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent, Term Time Only
Hours: 40 hours per week
Start Date: 04/09/2025
Aspire Education Agency is currently recruiting five dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants on behalf of a fantastic specialist school based in Kidderminster.
This newly established school is set on a stunning 20-acre site and features bright, modern classrooms alongside specialist facilities, including a brand-new Science and Technology building. The school offers a unique approach, combining elements of mainstream education with therapeutic support for students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, often associated with Autism Spectrum Conditions and challenging behaviours.
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a growing team focused on making a positive impact. You'll be supporting pupils in Years 2 to 4, working in small class sizes of up to 8 students, allowing you to build strong relationships and provide tailored support.
Key Responsibilities:
Support students with learning and emotional wellbeing
Contribute to a safe, supportive classroom environment
Assist with individual care needs as required
Use positive behaviour strategies tailored to each child
Collaborate with the class teacher to deliver a broad and engaging curriculum
Promote independence and personal development
Working Hours:
40 hours per week, term time only
Monday: 8:30am - 5:00pm
Tuesday to Thursday: 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday: 8:30am - 4:00pm
(Includes 2.5 hours per week for training and development)
Requirements:
GCSE English and Maths at Grade C / Level 2 or above (essential)
Ideally working towards a Level 2 qualification in Support Work in Schools (desirable)
Experience working within an educational setting
An understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures
Experience supporting children with SEMH and additional needs
A positive, patient, and proactive approach
Full, clean UK driving licence preferred
If you're passionate about supporting young people and want to be part of a nurturing and ambitious team, Aspire Education Agency would love to hear from you. Apply today to make a difference.
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.
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