Teaching Assistant

We are currently recruiting for a Teaching Assistant to work in a two-form entry primary school based in Telford.

This Teaching Assistant role involves working closely with the class teacher to support a safe, engaging and positive learning environment within a Year 2 classroom.

The school is looking for a confident and enthusiastic candidate with experience delivering small-group and 1:1 interventions in core subjects. The successful candidate will support pupils with their learning and development, helping them build confidence and make progress.

The school uses the Read Write Inc. phonics scheme and would ideally like someone with previous experience using this programme, as phonics support will be an essential part of the role.

The role will start as soon as possible and continue until July 2027. The working hours are Thursday and Friday, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm.

Required Skills and Experience

To be considered for this Teaching Assistant role, you must:

• Hold a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification, or an equivalent qualification.

• Have good curriculum knowledge of Key Stage 1 (KS1), particularly the Year 2 curriculum.

• Have experience working in a nursery or primary school as a Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant (LSA).

• Have experience supporting pupils through small-group and 1:1 interventions.

• Have experience supporting phonics development, ideally using the Read Write Inc. scheme.

• Hold a DBS certificate registered on the Update Service, or have a DBS certificate issued within the last 12 months.

• Be able to provide a minimum of two strong professional references.

• Have recent UK school-based experience.

Working for Flourish Education

As a Teaching Assistant (LSA) with Flourish Education, you will receive a range of benefits, including:

• A competitive salary of up to £100 per day, depending on experience.

• Pension contributions.

• Holiday pay, with 12.07% of your daily rate accrued into your holiday pay pot.

• Free KCSIE-compliant Safeguarding and Prevent Duty training, including modules covering relevant legislation, FGM and abuse awareness.

• A Refer a Friend bonus scheme.

• Regular contact and ongoing support throughout the registration process and while you are working, from your dedicated consultant.

About the School

The school is a welcoming two-form entry primary school in Telford, with two classes in each year group. It provides a supportive and structured learning environment where pupils are encouraged to develop their knowledge, confidence and independence.

Location

The school is based in Telford and is accessible by public transport from surrounding areas, including Shifnal, Broseley and Dawley.

If you are an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for a part-time opportunity supporting pupils in a Year 2 classroom, please apply now or contact Hannah today for more information.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Legal
Flourish Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects every candidate to share this commitment. All candidates are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Flourish Education is acting as an employment and business agency.