Teaching Assistant (1:1 inclusion support)

Holy Trinity CE Primary Academy (Handsworth), Birmingham, West Midlands, B20 3LP

27 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  1 March 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  30 January 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teacher
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £19,591.66 - £21,207.84 Annually (Actual) Teaching Assistant (1:1 inclusion support) KS2, 32.5hrs, Scale Points 5 - 10, Term Time Plus Inset

Teaching Assistant (1:1 inclusion support) job summary

At Holy Trinity Church of England Primary Academy, we believe every child deserves to be known, valued, and cared for. Rooted in our Christian ethos and guided by our Latin motto cura personalis—care for the whole person— we are seeking a compassionate and skilled 1:1 Inclusion Support Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with additional needs and help them thrive in our inclusive and aspirational learning environment.

Situated on the northern fringe of Handsworth, our school is a place of ambition and refuge. We serve a vibrant community with pride, celebrating the unique stories and strengths of every child and family. Our values—Community, Aspiration, Respect, and Excellence—are not just words; they shape every lesson, every interaction, and every decision.

About the Role

We are looking for a Teaching Assistant who will:

• Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with special educational needs (SEND).
• Deliver tailored interventions and help implement individual learning plans.
• Foster a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment that supports the child’s academic, emotional, and social development.
• Work closely with teachers, SENDCo, and external professionals to ensure consistent and effective support.
• Contribute to a culture of high expectations, compassionate care, and inclusive practice.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has proven experience working with children with SEND, particularly in a 1:1 capacity.
• Has values that align with the ethos of a Church school.
• Has a strong understanding of how children with additional needs learn and develop.
• Is patient, empathetic, and skilled in building trusting relationships with children.
• Is adaptable and able to respond to the changing needs of the pupil.
• Has excellent communication skills and a secure grasp of English and Maths.
• Is committed to nurturing the whole child—intellectually, emotionally, socially, and spiritually.
• Understands the importance of strong communication with parents and carers as partners in each child’s journey.

We can offer:

• A school community grounded in Christian values and inclusive practice.
• A supportive and collaborative staff team.
• Pupils who are enthusiastic, confident, and full of potential.
• Opportunities for professional growth and meaningful impact.
• An opportunity to make a lasting difference in the life of a child.
• A comprehensive employee well-being offer including our employee assistance programme, tech scheme, cycle to work, GP service, healthcare cash plan and savings and loan plans

Holy Trinity CE Primary Academy is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) enhanced disclosure certificate. Holy Trinity CE Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Holy Trinity CE Primary Academy (Handsworth)

• School type: Academy, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 195 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Holy Trinity CE Primary Academy (Handsworth) website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/holy-trinity-ce-primary-academy-handsworth

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