Teaching Assistant

Amington Heath Primary School and Nursery, Tamworth, Staffordshire, B77 4EN

9 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  16 October 2025 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  7 October 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term - 2.5 terms (Until July 2025)
• Full-time equivalent salary: Grade 5 SCP 6-9 £23,893 - £25,119 (pro rata £20,111 - £21,143)

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for two outstanding and experienced Teaching Assistants who are able to bring expertise, enthusiasm and commitment to our classrooms. The applicant must be a level 3 or above with experience and qualifications. These position will be in our Y5/6 class and our Reception class. Experience of working with these age groups is essential.

Key attributes for an applicant:

• Level 3 qualified or above
• Flexible and creative
• Works well as part of a team
• Experience working across EYFS or Upper Key Stage Two

What the school offers its staff

We can offer you:

• A welcoming and friendly school environment
• Enthusiastic and well behaved children
• A friendly, dedicated and supportive staff and Governing Body
• Strong support for your further professional development

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

Amington Heath Primary School and Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The appointment will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance for the successful applicant.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

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About Amington Heath Primary School and Nursery

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 2 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 188 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 2 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Amington Heath Primary School and Nursery website
• Email address: office@amingtonheath.staffs.sch.uk
• Phone number: 01827 337465
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/amington-heath-primary-school-and-nursery

This successful and popular school has a good reputation. With 256 pupils on roll, including in Nursery, we are a small maintained primary school with 1-form of entry. Our strong and committed staff team, supported by an effective governing body, is instrumental in ensuring that the school provides an excellent education for all pupils.

Ofsted 2024, described Amington Heath Primary School as "a friendly school where pupils build positive relationships with staff and each other." The school has "high expectations for pupils’ achievement" and aims to make learning "an adventure for all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND)." The school is well-led by leaders who are "passionate about providing the best all-round educational experience for the pupils," and staff feel "valued, respected and well supported to do their jobs."

During the last graded Ofsted inspection (2018) Amington Heath Primary School was found to be good in all areas with outstanding leadership. The school was praised for its "culture of high expectations and ambition" and the leadership team's "clear vision" and effective teamwork. The school offers an "ambitious curriculum" with engaging "mini-adventures" that make learning practical and enjoyable. Staff are described as "dedicated and hard-working," and the school is well-led by leaders who are "passionate about providing the best educational experience." The school community is united and proud, with parents and staff feeling well supported by leaders.

Arranging a visit to Amington Heath Primary School and Nursery

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email office@amingtonheath.staffs.sch.uk.

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