Year 5 Teaching Assistant – Birmingham – Start September 2025 Location: Birmingham Job Type: Full-Time, Term-Time Only Start Date: September 2025 Pay: £85 – £100 per day (depending on experience) Are you a dedicated and proactive Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role in Key Stage 2? Protocool Education are working in partnership with a highly regarded primary school in South Birmingham to appoint a Year 5 Teaching Assistant. This is a full-time role starting in September 2025, continuing for the full academic year. You will play a key part in ensuring the Year 5 class is supported both academically and pastorally, with some additional responsibility for children with SEND. About the School: This well-established two-form entry school is known for its inclusive ethos, high expectations, and positive learning environment. Staff are valued, supported, and encouraged to grow within their roles. The school has a strong leadership team, a focus on wellbeing, and a genuine commitment to raising outcomes for all pupils. About the Role: As a Year 5 Teaching Assistant, you will: Work closely with the class teacher to provide whole-class support during lessons, ensuring pupils stay engaged and on task Lead small group interventions in maths and English, tailored to pupils who need additional reinforcement or challenge Support pupils in developing their independence, confidence, and learning strategies Assist with behaviour management and promote positive behaviour across the classroom Occasionally provide 1:1 or small group support for pupils with SEND, including those with mild autism or SEMH needs Contribute to the preparation of teaching materials and classroom displays Monitor and record pupil progress and report feedback to the teacher and SENCO Help to establish a calm, organised, and inclusive classroom environment that promotes learning for all This is a varied role ideal for a TA who enjoys being actively involved in all aspects of classroom life and is confident working across ability levels. What We’re Looking For: Experience supporting children in Key Stage 2, ideally within a school setting Good understanding of the primary curriculum, especially literacy and numeracy in upper KS2 Some experience working with children with SEND, or a strong willingness to learn A flexible and collaborative attitude, with strong communication skills The ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents A relevant qualification (Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant) is desirable but not essential Why Work with Protocool Education? Supportive, honest consultants who put your career goals first Long-term and permanent opportunities in high-quality schools Weekly pay and straightforward registration Access to CPD and tailored professional development If you’re a motivated TA who thrives in a busy, purposeful classroom environment and is ready to support both whole-class learning and additional needs, we want to hear from you. Email your CV to Or click Apply Now to start your next opportunity in education. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.