Prospero Teaching is seeking to recruit experienced and committed Teaching Assistants to work in mainstream primary schools in Smethwick. We fill roles on short term and long-term basis. Many schools book staff for emergency cover, so if you are looking for just a few days work each week this option is available. Job details: Location - Smethwick Position - Teaching Assistant Type of work - Work across the primary phase unless specified Start date - ASAP Likely Duration - Ongoing Position end date - Ongoing Contract type - Temporary Full & Part time available Pay negotiable Hours - 8:30am-3:30pm approx. (term time only) We are seeking to recruit Teaching Assistants who will: Work with alongside the class teacher to support children when accessing the curriculum. To support the class teacher in the preparation of lessons Support group activities and individuals Support the children's well-being Be proactive and flexible in supporting children's needs Work closely with the other staff and maintain positive links between home and school by making parents feel welcome Have NVQ Level 2 for Teaching Assistants (or recognised equivalent qualification) We can offer: Flexible working to fit around any current commitments A dedicated consultant who will support you throughout your placements Excellent/negotiable rates of pay Work in your local area Access to accredited CPD To be eligible for any job with Prospero Teaching, you must: Hold Right to Work in the UK Hold an enhanced child barred list DBS certificate registered with the online update service or be willing to process a new application Provide two professional child related references that cover at least the last two years If you wish to hear more or have any queries, please call the Birmingham office on . If you would like to be considered for this role, please apply with a copy of your up-to-date CV. Unfortunately, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Prospero Teaching is acting as an employment business/education recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy. The successful candidate will be required to register and have passed all safeguarding/vetting checks with Prospero Teaching in order to fill this vacancy. Any adult working with children and vulnerable young people are responsible for safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and young people.