Teaching Assistant Level 1Council

Teaching Assistant Level 1

Permanent Role

31.25 hours per week (or Part time considered for the right candidate*)

Term-Time Only + 1 week (39 weeks)

Salary Band D, Points 4-5

(Starting on Point 4 – actual salary starting at £18,815 per annum)

*Part-time working patterns may be considered, provided these are made up of full days (8:45am to 3:30pm).

We are looking for a committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our excellent team at Telford Junior School, supporting pupils within our nurturing and inclusive primary environment.

Working closely with teaching staff, you will help children access a broad and engaging curriculum while supporting their academic and pastoral development.

The successful candidate will be a flexible and reliable team player with strong communication skills, a calm and patient approach, and the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.

This is an exciting opportunity for an individual looking to start or develop a career in education. Within our Multi Academy Trust, we provide access to high-quality professional development, supporting progression if this is of interest to you.

We welcome applications from individuals who have experience of, or a genuine interest in, working with young people, particularly those with additional or complex needs, and who share our commitment to high expectations, inclusion and ensuring every child is able to thrive.

What We Offer:

•    A nurturing school environment with a strong team culture

•    A very generous pension scheme and access to a range of health and wellbeing services

•    A first-class commitment to developing individuals through personalised CPD programmes

•    An easily accessible location with plentiful onsite parking

Please see our application pack including the job description and person specification for full details and requirements with regards to this role and note that any offer of employment is subject to receipt of a completed application form, satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS disclosure, online search checks and the right to work in the UK.

If you wish to be part of this outstanding learning community, please complete our application form and submit via email to:

[email protected]

Post Deadline: Monday 5th October 2026 at 09:00 am

Interviews are expected to take place shortly after the closing date; however, we may interview candidates on application. Therefore, we encourage you to apply at your earliest opportunity.

Thank you for your interest in our role.

Elm Tree Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.