Teaching Assistant

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

21 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  20 October 2025 at 12:59am

• Date listed

  29 September 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £19,591.00 - £21,207.00 Annually (Actual) Scale point 5-10. 32.5 hrs - Term Time Plus Inset

Teaching Assistant 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 passionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our journey of excellence, equity, and renewal.

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.

We are looking for a Teaching Assistant who will:

• Provide catch-up support to small groups of children.
• Deliver targeted interventions within and beyond the classroom.
• Support pupils with special educational needs (SEN).
• Contribute to a culture of high expectations and compassionate care.

We are looking for someone who:

• has a particular strength in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
• has values that align with the values and ethos of a Church school;
• has a good understanding of pupils’ needs and development and how children learn; Can work confidently with individuals and small groups, including those with SEND.
• Is enthusiastic, adaptable, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Has excellent communication skills and a good grasp of English and Maths.
• Is committed to nurturing the whole child—intellectually, emotionally, socially, and spiritually.

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.
• 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 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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