1:1 Y5 TA
| Posting date: | 26 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £90.0 to £100.0 per day |
| Additional salary information: | £90-£100 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 25 February 2026 |
| Location: | Walsall, West Midlands, WV1 4XB |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 4763786_1769442172 |
Summary
Hays Education is seeking an experienced and dedicated Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 support for a Year 5 pupil within a friendly and supportive primary school in the Walsall area. This is a long-term position with the potential for continued opportunities.
Your New RoleYou will be working on a 1:1 basis with a child in Year 5, supporting them both academically and socially. Your responsibilities will include:
- Assisting the pupil within the classroom environment
- Simplifying work and breaking tasks down to make learning more accessible
- Encouraging the development of social skills and positive interaction with the children
- Following the class teacher's direction to help the pupil engage confidently in lessons
- Providing calm, consistent support throughout the school day
The child does not present with SEN or behavioural needs but requires additional guidance to stay focused, build confidence, and make academic progress.
What You'll Need to Succeed
To be considered for this role, you must have:
- A minimum Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification
- Prior experience supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis
- Strong communication skills and the ability to scaffold learning effectively
- A nurturing, patient, and proactive approach to supporting children
- An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service
What you'll get in return:
- Paid up to £100 per day (depending on experience)
- Free CV and interview advice.
- Receive the benefits of working with your own personal consultant.
- We will support you by looking for more roles when this role ends.
- Receive £250 in high street vouchers every time you recommend a friend to us
- Local work available to you in the West Midlands.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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