Level 3 Teaching Assistant for Key Stage 2 - Full time – Permanent Hurst Green Primary School, Halesowen B62 9NZ Start as soon as possible after appointment Shortlisting 19th January 2026 Provisional interviews 26th January 2026 Hours 29.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year Salary £18,171.73 - £19,806.63, actual salary per annum. We are looking for a fully qualified and experienced Level 3 Teaching Assistant who brings initiative, reliability and a strong team spirit. You will have experience of working in KS2, particularly you will have a 'can-do' attitude and approach the role with a positive mindset. The role includes supporting high-quality classroom practice, running interventions for children with SEND, guiding pupils through SATs preparation and helping children grow in confidence. Strong English and maths matter for this role, along with steady behaviour support and clear communication. You will work closely with teachers, lead small groups, adapt tasks when needed and help build consistent routines that make learning feel secure. Good attendance, high expectations and pride in your work are important here. What we offer You will join a school that feels nurturing, calm and purposeful. Our children are enthusiastic, thoughtful and full of character. Our staff team is supportive, generous with their time and committed to doing the right thing for pupils. You will have access to CPD that helps you grow your skills, and you will be part of a setting where your ideas are welcomed and your work has real impact. A probationary period applies. Previous applicants should not apply. If you want to work in a school where people look out for one another and children come first, we would be pleased to receive your application. This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role. Hurst Green Primary School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to necessary pre-employment checks, including: an enhanced DBS; Childcare Disqualification (where applicable); qualifications (where applicable); medical fitness; identity and right to work. All applicants will be required to provide two suitable references. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK. Please note: Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK. Effective from September 2022, KCSIE states as part of the shortlisting process schools and colleges should consider carrying out on-line searches, as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is to determine suitability to work with children and keep them safe. All shortlisted candidates are now subject to an on-line check and if there is anything concerning, then the shortlisted candidate will be asked to comment on it either prior to or at interview. N.B., We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications. Online application forms will only be accepted for this vacancy, online facilities for jobs are available at public libraries within the Dudley Borough. If you have a disability and require assistance in making an application please contact the HR Resourcing Team via HR.Resourcing@dudley.gov.uk If you are experiencing a problem whilst applying for a position, please follow the link below to the WM Jobs Help Page in the first instance; https://help.wmjobs.co.uk/ If the WM Jobs Help Page does not resolve your issue, then please contact the HR Resourcing Team via HR.Resourcing@dudley.gov.uk Dudley Council will check the information that you have provided against any details already held for accuracy and completeness. The Council will check, share and cross match your information both internally within the council and with external organisations to protect public funds and prevent or detect crime, only where the law allows us to do so. The Council’s full Privacy and Disclaimer Statement can be accessed on the website at https://www.dudley.gov.uk/privacy-disclaimer-statement/ LI-DMBC2019 Attached documents JD & PS Level TA