Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 06 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £460 to £500 per week |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 02 February 2026 |
| Location: | Birmingham, West Midlands |
| Company: | senploy |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 198904 |
Summary
Teaching Assistant - Year 5
- Location: Rubery, Birmingham, B45
- Weekly Pay: £460 to £500
- Start Date: ASAP
- Days: Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)
- Hours: 8:00am until 3:30pm
- Contract: Long Term Temp to Perm
Long Term Futures is supporting a welcoming, community-centred primary school in Rubery, Birmingham, seeking a skilled Teaching Assistant to support a Year 5 class.This full-time role is ideal for someone confident supporting SEND pupils, delivering interventions, and working closely with the class teacher to ensure pupils make consistent progress.
Main Responsibilities:
- Support learning within a Year 5 classroom, working closely with the class teacher.
- Provide targeted support for pupils with SEND, both in class and through small-group work.
- Deliver and support intervention sessions to help close learning gaps.
- Live mark work to provide immediate feedback and identify pupils needing further support.
- Support keep-up and catch-up tutoring sessions in the afternoons.
- Promote positive behaviour and engagement in line with school expectations.
- Monitor pupil progress and feedback concerns to the teacher and SENCo.
What the School is Looking For:
- Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (or equivalent degree)
- At least 1 year's experience working in a Key Stage Two primary setting
- Experience supporting children with SEN
- Strong understanding of behaviour management strategies
- Experience delivering small-group or one-to-one interventions
- Confidence supporting pupils with EHCPs and personalised learning plans
- Ability to live mark and adapt support to meet pupil needs in real time
- A calm, patient and nurturing approach to learning support
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with teachers and the SENCo
About the School:
- 'OFSTED' rated Good primary academy.
- Part of a Multi Academy Trust.
- New School Building built in 2019.
- Supportive Senior Leadership Team.
Why Work with Long Term Futures?
- Long-term opportunities with potential for permanent positions
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
- Roles available across Birmingham and the West Midlands.
- Trial days offered before starting.
- Free CPD Courses
Next Steps - Our 5-Step Process:
- Apply - Upload your CV.
- Initial Call - We discuss your experience.
- Compliance & Matching - We complete all necessary compliance checks
- Trial Day - Visit the school and complete a day in the role before committing
- Start Work - Begin your new position with confidence.
How to Apply:
Upload your CV today. If shortlisted, Alex from Long Term Futures will be in touch.
- Location: Rubery, Birmingham, B45
- Weekly Pay: £460 to £500
- Start Date: ASAP
- Days: Monday to Friday (Term Time Only)
- Hours: 8:00am until 3:30pm
- Contract: Long Term Temp to Perm
Long Term Futures is supporting a welcoming, community-centred primary school in Rubery, Birmingham, seeking a skilled Teaching Assistant to support a Year 5 class.This full-time role is ideal for someone confident supporting SEND pupils, delivering interventions, and working closely with the class teacher to ensure pupils make consistent progress.
Main Responsibilities:
- Support learning within a Year 5 classroom, working closely with the class teacher.
- Provide targeted support for pupils with SEND, both in class and through small-group work.
- Deliver and support intervention sessions to help close learning gaps.
- Live mark work to provide immediate feedback and identify pupils needing further support.
- Support keep-up and catch-up tutoring sessions in the afternoons.
- Promote positive behaviour and engagement in line with school expectations.
- Monitor pupil progress and feedback concerns to the teacher and SENCo.
What the School is Looking For:
- Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (or equivalent degree)
- At least 1 year's experience working in a Key Stage Two primary setting
- Experience supporting children with SEN
- Strong understanding of behaviour management strategies
- Experience delivering small-group or one-to-one interventions
- Confidence supporting pupils with EHCPs and personalised learning plans
- Ability to live mark and adapt support to meet pupil needs in real time
- A calm, patient and nurturing approach to learning support
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with teachers and the SENCo
About the School:
- 'OFSTED' rated Good primary academy.
- Part of a Multi Academy Trust.
- New School Building built in 2019.
- Supportive Senior Leadership Team.
Why Work with Long Term Futures?
- Long-term opportunities with potential for permanent positions
- Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
- Roles available across Birmingham and the West Midlands.
- Trial days offered before starting.
- Free CPD Courses
Next Steps - Our 5-Step Process:
- Apply - Upload your CV.
- Initial Call - We discuss your experience.
- Compliance & Matching - We complete all necessary compliance checks
- Trial Day - Visit the school and complete a day in the role before committing
- Start Work - Begin your new position with confidence.
How to Apply:
Upload your CV today. If shortlisted, Alex from Long Term Futures will be in touch.