Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant - Smethwick

Location: Smethwick, West Midlands
Salary: Competitive Rates of Pay
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-Time, Term Time Only (September 2026 – July 2027)
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm

TeacherActive is proud to be working in partnership with a welcoming and well-established 2-form entry Primary School in Smethwick, rated 'Good' by Ofsted. The school is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic KS1 Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2026 on a full-time basis until July 2027.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate Teaching Assistant who enjoys supporting children in Key Stage 1 and is committed to helping pupils reach their full potential both academically and socially.

The successful candidate will have:

• A Level 2 qualification (or above) in Supporting Teaching and Learning, or
• A Level 2 qualification (or above) in Childcare
• Experience working with children within a school or childcare setting
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A positive, proactive, and nurturing approach
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Availability to work Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm

To be considered for this role, applicants must:

• Be able to provide two professional references, including references from recent employers
• Hold a current Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or be willing to obtain a new Enhanced DBS through TeacherActive
• Have the right to work in the UK

In return, TeacherActive can offer:

• Competitive rates of pay
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Access to CPD and training opportunities
• Opportunities to gain valuable experience within a supportive school environment
• The chance to secure a long-term position within a highly regarded primary school

If you are a caring, motivated, and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in a thriving primary school, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to register your interest and speak with one of our consultants about this exciting opportunity.

About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

Equal Opportunities Statement

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.

Safeguarding and DBS Compliance

Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. 

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.