Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant – Level 2 / Level 3 (Primary Support) Pay Rate: £95.00 - £98.00 per day Location: Tamworth, Staffordshire Hours: Full-Time and Day-to-Day Supply | Term Time Only Smart Education is recruiting Level 2 or Level 3 qualified Teaching Assistants to support pupils within a primary educational setting in Tamworth. The school has a strong emphasis on creating a safe, supportive, and structured learning environment where pupils feel valued, grow in confidence, and are supported to achieve their best outcomes. Benefits of Working as a Teaching Assistant: • Competitive daily rate • Work within a supportive, child-focused team • Opportunity to support pupils’ emotional, social, and academic development • Gain valuable experience in behaviour support and classroom practice • Smart Education support throughout your placement Job Requirements: • Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (essential) • Experience supporting children in a school environment, ideally with additional needs • Confidence in supporting behaviour and engagement • Patient, adaptable, and proactive approach • Strong communication and teamwork skills • Enhanced Child DBS (or willingness to obtain) • Valid passport • Ability to provide 24 months of employer or academic references Role Responsibilities: • Support pupils in class, small groups, and 1:1 where needed • Aid access to learning through positive behaviour and engagement strategies • Encourage independence, confidence, and social skills • Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff • Help maintain a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment About Smart Education: Smart Education is a specialist Education and Early Years recruitment agency recruiting for permanent and temporary roles including Teachers, Teaching Assistants, SEND professionals, Nursery Nurses, and Tutors. All successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check. It is an offence to apply if barred from engaging in regulated activity with children or vulnerable adults