Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Aspire Sixth; Walsall; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in the United Kingdom is looking for a passionate Teaching Assistant to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a NNEB qualification or NVQ Level 3 in Childcare and Education, with experience in planning activities and working with children, including those with special educational needs. This role involves supporting teachers and adapting plans for various pupil needs and requires a genuine enthusiasm for working with children. The position starts soon, with a closing date for applications on January 23, 2026.

Benefits

Quality continuous professional development

Opportunities to work within WAT partnership schools

Qualifications

• NNEB qualification/NVQ Level 3 in Childcare and Education or equivalent.
• Experience planning educational activities.
• Good understanding of SEN children and required adaptations.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers and adapt planning to meet pupil needs.
• Provide direct work with a variety of pupils, including those with SEN.
• Work across the school as required.

Skills

Team player

Planning activities

Observing and monitoring children's development

Enthusiasm for working with children

Understanding of SEN children

Education

NNEB qualification/NVQ Level 3 in Childcare and Education

Job description

We are seeking to appoint a talented and highly motivated Teaching Assistant, to start 1st February 2026, or as soon as possible.

Forming part of Windsor Academy Trust, Goldsmith Primary Academy is an exciting, dynamic place to work that can offer great opportunities.

We offer:

• Enthusiastic pupils who are keen to learn
• A talented staff team who welcome new challenges, and are committed to supporting and developing colleagues
• Quality continuous professional development
• Opportunities to work within the WAT partnership schools

We are looking for a dedicated, passionate person who is a team player and has:

• NNEB qualification/NVQ Level 3 in Childcare and Education, or equivalent
• Experience of planning activities
• Experience of observing, monitoring and recording the development of children
• The ability to work as part of a team
• Genuine enthusiasm to work with children
• Good understanding of SEN children and the adaptations they may require to access the curriculum.

The role would include:

• Supporting teachers and adapting planning to meet the needs of all pupils
• Providing direct work with a range of pupils, including pupils with SEN
• Working across school as and when required

Closing Date: Friday 23rd January 2026

Interview Date: W/C 26th January 2026

Goldsmith Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced Criminal Records check.