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Teaching Assistant - Year 1

Job details
Posting date: 03 June 2025
Salary: £105 to £115 per day
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 30 June 2025
Location: Birmingham, West Midlands
Company: senploy
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 178292

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Summary

Year 1 Teaching Assistant
Location: Aston, Birmingham B6
Day Rate: £105 - 115
Days: Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)
Start Date: 01/09/2025
Contract: Long-Term, Temp to Perm

A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Birmingham is looking for a confident, experienced Teaching Assistant to join their Year 1 team. This full-time, long-term role is ideal for someone with a solid understanding of Key Stage 1 and a passion for early learning.

You'll be joining a supportive, community-focused school where your contribution is truly valued.

Your Role:
- Support the class teacher with daily routines and learning activities
- Work with small groups to deliver phonics and literacy interventions
- Provide 1:1 support for children who may need additional help
- Help maintain a positive and engaging classroom environment
- Track pupil progress and support their social and emotional development

What We're Looking For:
- Essential: Experience working in Year 1 or across KS1
- Level 3 TA qualification (or relevant qualification/experience)
- Confident delivering phonics (Read Write Inc. or Letters and Sounds ideal)
- A patient, nurturing approach and excellent communication skills
- A genuine passion for helping children thrive

Why Work with Long Term Futures?
- Long-term, stable work with the potential for a permanent role.
- No day-to-day supply - full-time consistency in one school.
- A dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement.
- Trial days instead of formal interviews to ensure the right fit.
- Access to free CPD training, including Understanding Autism, Behaviour Management, and further professional development/refreshers.

Next Steps - Our 4-Step Process
- Apply - Submit your CV via the application page.
- Initial Call - Our team will discuss your experience and preferences.
- Trial Day - Experience the school before making a decision.
- Start Work - If the school is the right fit, you're ready to begin.

All applicants will need a valid DBS and two references to be considered for a trial day.

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