Job Description
Teaching Assistant – Primary Education (Years 2–4)
Location: Torton, KidderminsterContract: Full-time, Permanent, Term-Time OnlyHours: 40 hours per weekHourly Rate:£12.87 – £14.03 (dependant and qualifications/experience)
Reed Education are proud to be working with a specialist school in the Torton, Kidderminster area, supporting children with SEMH needs and associated challenging behaviour linked to Autism Spectrum Conditions. Set within a stunning 20-acre site with bright, modern classrooms and specialist facilities including a brand-new Science & Technology building the school combines the best of mainstream practice with dedicated therapeutic support.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing team in a nurturing school environment that is passionate about transforming the lives of young people who have experienced educational turbulence. If you’re caring, resilient and ready to champion pupils who need stability and encouragement, this could be the perfect role for you.
The Role
As a Teaching Assistant, you will support pupils in Years 2-4, helping them to achieve their full potential both academically and emotionally. With small class sizes of up to 8 students, you’ll have the time and capacity to build meaningful, positive relationships and contribute to a safe, consistent and structured learning environment.
Your role will include:
* Supporting pupils with their learning, wellbeing and emotional regulation.
* Assisting with positive behaviour management using a personalised approach.
* Providing care support when required.
* Building warm, trusting relationships to help students feel safe, valued and ready to learn.
* Encouraging independence, emotional resilience and personal development.
* Supporting teachers in delivering high-quality, differentiated learning activities.
* Helping maintain high expectations around learning and behaviour at all times.
Working Hours
* Monday: 8:30am – 5:00pm
* Tuesday-Thursday: 8:30am – 4:30pm
* Friday: 8:30am – 4:00pm (early finish!)
* Includes 2.5 hours per week allocated for training, development or additional duties.
What We’re Looking For
* GCSE English & Maths (Grade C or above)
* Experience working in an education setting
* Understanding of Safeguarding and Child Protection
* Experience supporting pupils with SEMH and/or complex needs (desirable)
* A positive, nurturing approach and a genuine commitment to putting the child first
* Creativity, resilience and the ability to adapt to individual needs
* Working towards (or willing to work towards) Level 2 Award in Support Work in Schools
* Full clean driving licence
Why Join Through Reed?
* Opportunity to work in a beautiful, well-resourced specialist school
* Supportive team passionate about pupil progress and wellbeing
* Strong focus on staff development and ongoing training
* A chance to make a meaningful difference to young learners who need dedicated support
Interested in Applying?
If you’re passionate about supporting young people with SEMH needs and want to join a caring, forward-thinking school team, Reed Education would love to hear from you.
Please note, successful applicants will undergo pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check.
Reed Education is deeply committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults. We are proud to be a disability confident and equal opportunities employer.