Teaching Assistant

Job Description

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Year 1 Teaching Assistant\n

Location: Halesowen
\n Hours: Full-Time, 8:30am - 3:30pm, Term Time Only
\n Salary: £90-110 per day (dependent on experience)
\n Start Date: ASAP / November 2026

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Monarch Education is currently recruiting for a Year 1 Teaching Assistant to join a friendly and supportive primary school in the Halesowen area.

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This is a full-time position supporting pupils within a Year 1 classroom. The role will involve working closely with the class teacher to create a positive learning environment, assisting with classroom activities, and helping pupils to access the curriculum and achieve their full potential.

The Role\n

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• Supporting teaching and learning within a Year 1 classroom.
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• Assisting the class teacher with the preparation and delivery of lessons.
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• Working with small groups of pupils to reinforce learning objectives.
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• Providing additional support to pupils who may require extra guidance.
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• Encouraging positive behaviour and promoting pupil engagement.
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• Assisting with classroom organisation, displays, and resources.
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• Supporting pupils' social and emotional development throughout the school day.
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The Ideal Candidate\n

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• Previous experience working within a primary school setting.
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• A nurturing, patient, and enthusiastic approach.
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• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
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• Ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
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• A willingness to contribute to the wider school community.
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• Relevant qualifications are desirable but not essential.
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• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
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What We Offer\n

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• Competitive daily rates of pay.
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• Dedicated support from your Monarch Education consultant.
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• Access to training and professional development opportunities.
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• Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a welcoming primary school.
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• Potential for long-term opportunities within the school.
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If you are a committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role in a Year 1 classroom, we would love to hear from you.

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Apply today by submitting your CV or contact Sandy at Monarch Education on 07936 345481

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Benefits of Working with Monarch Education:

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• GCA Approved Supplier
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• opportunity to enhance your CPD portfolio through our Affinity Academy
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• free Safeguarding training
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• refer a friend scheme - £200 bonus (you can make unlimited referrals)
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• online portal to manage your pay and timesheets
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To learn more about us and what makes Monarch one of the leading education recruitment providers nationwide - please visit our website - About Us - Monarch (monarcheducation.co.uk)

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Important Information:

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• All pay rates provided are inclusive of rolled up holiday pay.
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• Equal Opportunities - Monarch
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• Affinity Workforce Solutions and Monarch Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people and expects all its temporary workers to share these commitments. As this role involves working with children on a daily basis, regulated activity is that any successful applicant's applications will, accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to 2 employment references, an enhanced DBS check and a right to work in the UK check.
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• This vacancy is based in the United Kingdom. Monarch Education operate in the UK and can only process applications from candidates who are currently UK residents and eligible to work in the UK. Whilst we will endeavour to contact you following your response, due to the high volume of applications we regret that this cannot always be possible. If you have not had notification from us within 30 days please take your application as not being successful this time but we will keep your details on file for future opportunities.
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