Job Description

Location: Smethwick, West Midlands

Salary: Competitive Rates of Pay

Start Date: September 2026

Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Only (September 2026 – July 2027)

Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm

TeacherActive is proud to be working in partnership with a welcoming and well-established 2-form entry Primary School in Smethwick, rated 'Good' by Ofsted. The school is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic KS1 Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2026 on a full-time basis until July 2027.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate Teaching Assistant who enjoys supporting children in Key Stage 1 and is committed to helping pupils reach their full potential both academically and socially.

The successful candidate will have:

A Level 2 qualification (or above) in Supporting Teaching and Learning, or

A Level 2 qualification (or above) in Childcare

Experience working with children within a school or childcare setting

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

A positive, proactive, and nurturing approach

The ability to work effectively as part of a team

Availability to work Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm

To be considered for this role, applicants must:

Be able to provide two professional references, including references from recent employers

Hold a current Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or be willing to obtain a new Enhanced DBS through TeacherActive

Have the right to work in the UK

In return, TeacherActive can offer:

Competitive rates of pay

Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant

Access to CPD and training opportunities

Opportunities to gain valuable experience within a supportive school environment

The chance to secure a long-term position within a highly regarded primary school

If you are a caring, motivated, and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in a thriving primary school, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to register your interest and speak with one of our consultants about this exciting opportunity.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. 

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment