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Teaching Assistant (Level 3)

Blue Coat Church of England Academy, Walsall, West Midlands, WS1 2ND

10 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  10 July 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  30 June 2026

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Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• Working pattern: Full time: 30 hours per week Monday to Friday
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: NJC 7-19 dependant on experience

What skills and experience we're looking for

Make a Difference Every Day

We are seeking to appoint a committed, enthusiastic and caring Teaching Assistant Level 3 to join our dedicated team. This is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils in achieving their full potential within a nurturing and inclusive learning environment. Working under the direction of teaching staff and the SENDCo, you will contribute to raising standards of achievement by supporting learning, promoting pupil wellbeing and helping to create a positive classroom environment.

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant Level 3, you will:

• Support pupils’ learning and development, including those with additional needs.
• Promote inclusion, independence and positive behaviour.
• Deliver structured learning activities and intervention programmes under teacher guidance.
• Work closely with teachers to monitor progress and provide feedback on pupil achievement.
• Assist with classroom preparation, learning resources and displays.
• Support pupils' wellbeing, safety and personal development.
• Build positive relationships with families, colleagues and external professionals.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school, including trips, events and enrichment activities.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with children in an educational or childcare setting.
• Holds a relevant Level 3 qualification and GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Mathematics (or equivalent).
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Can motivate and inspire children to achieve their best.
• Demonstrates patience, resilience and a positive attitude.
• Can work effectively as part of a team and use initiative when required.
• Is committed to inclusion, safeguarding and supporting every child to succeed.

What the school offers its staff

Blue Coat Church of England Academy is one of the oldest educational establishments in Walsall, is well-respected and valued by the community it serves. We operate on a very collaborative approach to school improvement working with a range of other schools and nationally recognised trainers. The school is very proud of the family ethos which pervades all aspects of its work, which is grounded in Christian values

Why join us?

We offer:

• A welcoming and supportive school community.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression across the Trust.
• Collaborative working with experienced colleagues.
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing.
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• The opportunity to make a lasting difference to children's lives every day.

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

Please complete the online application.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Teaching Assistant Level 3- JD.pdf - 310 KB (opens in new tab)

Teaching Assistant Advert.pdf - 326 KB (opens in new tab)

About Blue Coat Church of England Academy

• School type: Academy, Church of England, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 967 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Blue Coat Church of England Academy website
• Email address: applications@bluecoatacademy.org
• Phone number: 01922 720558
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/blue-coat-church-of-england-academy

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Arranging a visit to Blue Coat Church of England Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email applications@bluecoatacademy.org.

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