Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Are you looking for a fantastic new opportunity?

North Walsall Primary Academy is looking for a Level 3 Teaching Assistant to work with class teachers to raise the learning and attainment of pupils. This role will involve promoting pupils’ independence, self-esteem and social inclusion and giving support to pupils, individually or in groups, so that they can access the curriculum, take part in learning and experience a sense of achievement. We are looking for an individual who strives to share their passion for education with our students and join our dedicated team to uphold the Academy’s vision and values.

The successful candidate will hold GCSE level (to include English and Maths grade C/4 +) and an NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent. First aid training or willingness to undertake this is essential. The ideal candidate will join an academy which is dynamic and inspiring, creating a culture of outstanding success amongst our students.

Hours: 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time only), maternity cover.

Why choose North Walsall Primary Academy?

From our academy badge, you will see that North Walsall Primary Academy is a multi-cultural academy that has children from many cultures around the world.

At NWPA, we are proud of our children, staff and the positive environment that we work in. You should make time to come and visit to see the wonderful work around the Academy.

The environment that we provide is supportive and nurturing, which encourages our children to learn and progress. We have very high expectations of our children, and the exceptional behaviour and attitude to learning from our pupils reflect this. Our children love to welcome visitors into our academy and take pride in showing visitors their work and their academy.

Together, our approach will be to:

• Ensure highly effective classroom practice
• Commit to overcoming barriers to learning for all pupils, without exception
• Secure high levels of engagement from all stakeholders that enable excellent pupil achievement

You will be able to benefit from:

• A warm, welcoming and highly skilled team who support and inspire each other
• Commitment to continuing professional development
• A creative and innovative environment
• Amazing children who are eager to learn and develop

In return, you can expect fantastic professional development opportunities, a comprehensive employee benefits package, shopping discounts, cycle-to-work and gym schemes, cinema tickets and an employee assistance programme.

For more information and to apply, please visit our vacancies page.

Closing date: 9.00am on Tuesday, 3rd June 2025.

North Walsall Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; the successful applicant must undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS, and online searches will be carried out in line with KCSIE update 2024. We are passionate about Diversity and Inclusion and welcome all applications. We are a Disability Confident Employer. We are open to Flexible Working.