Teaching Assistant

Full time Teaching Assistant needed from January for a 6-week role at a supportive Primary School in Wolverhampton. This Teaching Assistant position is ideal for someone with an EYFS qualification who is confident working across Nursery and Reception. The school is Ofsted rated Good and is well known for its nurturing environment, strong community values, and positive behaviour culture. If you are an experienced Teaching Assistant seeking a meaningful EYFS role with a warm and inclusive team, this could be the perfect opportunity.

Job Role

• Provide general classroom support across EYFS, including Nursery and Reception.
• Work closely with the Class Teacher to deliver engaging early years activities.
• Support pupils 1:1 and in small groups to aid learning and development.
• Encourage communication, independence, and creativity in young learners.
• Help maintain a safe, stimulating and well‑organised learning environment.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and families.

Required Skills and Experience

• EYFS qualification is essential.
• Previous UK school experience is essential.
• Experience supporting Reception, EYFS, Nursery, Primary School, KS1 or KS2.
• Knowledge of the National Curriculum and early childhood development.
• Ability to work closely with the Class Teacher, SEN team, and wider staff.
• Strong behaviour management and communication skills.
• Commitment to maintaining a healthy work life balance.
• Qualifications: Level 2 or Level 3.
• Experience working as a TA in early years or Primary School settings.

Benefits

• £88.92 to £106.93 per day, which equates to £17,339.40 to £20,851.36 per annum based on working 5 days per week for a full school year
• Holiday Pay – 12.07% of your day rate is accrued into your holiday pot
• Pension contributions
• Free KCSIE compliant Safeguarding and Prevent Duty Training inclusive of modules relating to legislation, FGM and abuse
• £100 welcome to the team bonus
• Refer a Friend bonus scheme
• Regular contact throughout the registration process and once you are at work

This position is based in Wolverhampton and is easily commutable from Penn, Wednesfield, Tettenhall, Bilston, Willenhall, and Dudley. The Primary School is praised for its inclusive environment, supportive leadership team, and strong early years provision. The school benefits from excellent public transport links and onsite parking.

Interested? Apply now or get in touch with Georgia to find out more — we look forward to supporting you in the next step of your career!

Legal

Flourish Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects every candidate to share this commitment. All candidates are subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Flourish Education is acting as an employment and business agency.

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