Role: Primary School Teaching Assistant
Rate of pay: £425 – £475, dependent on experience
Location: Birmingham, Newtown
About the role
Connex Education is seeking a caring and enthusiastic Primary School Teaching Assistant to join a mainstream school in North Birmingham, Newtown. In this role, you will support children aged 4–11 in their early learning and development, working closely with classroom staff to deliver engaging activities that promote communication, social skills, and early literacy and numeracy. You will help create a safe, nurturing environment, assist with planning and adapting activities to meet individual needs—including those with additional requirements—and encourage positive behaviour and independence. Your support will be key in helping each child build a strong foundation for future learning.
About the school
Located in the inner-city area of Newtown, our school offers a diverse and inclusive learning space for students of all faiths and backgrounds. We aim to create a happy, stimulating, and caring learning environment. Our dedicated staff are committed to seeing students grow academically and as individuals. We strive to provide the highest quality education to our local community, ensuring all young learners receive the guidance and support they need to reach their full potential.
Benefits of working with Connex
* Competitive daily rate
* PAYE paid weekly
* Free access to SEND Toolkit skills development
* Funded formal qualifications, including Level 2 SEND, Level 3 Teaching and Learning, Level 4 HTLA, Level 5 TEFL
* Career progression via our Care to Classroom setting conversion course
Role Requirements
* Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning or an equivalent Level 3 UK education-based qualification is required
* Previous experience working in education is essential
* A commitment to promoting equality and diversity in the classroom
* An understanding of child protection and safeguarding guidelines
* Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply for one through Connex Education
Interested?
If you are interested in applying for this role, please submit your application. Due to high application volume, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Protected characteristics statement
All offers are conditional upon satisfactory background checks, including a DBS check. Connex Education is committed to equal opportunities and values diversity. We do not discriminate based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, religion, culture, marital status, or disability. Everyone is assessed on merit. Connex Education is an employment agency and employment business.
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