Level 1 Teaching Assistant

Job Introduction

Position: Teaching Assistant (Level 1) 

Location: Hurst Green Primary School
Contract Type: Temporary contract (two terms)
Start Date: 1 January 2026 
Salary: £24,796.00 pro rata. Hourly rate £12.85

Closing date: 27 November 2025 

Shortlisting: 28 November 2025

Interview: Friday 5 December 2025

About Us

At Hurst Green Primary School, we are dedicated to fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment where every pupil can thrive. With a strong commitment to our values of Respect, Equity, Aspiration, Collaboration, Responsibility, and Compassion, we strive to provide an exceptional educational experience for all our pupils.

We are seeking a caring and enthusiastic Level 1 Teaching Assistant to join our Reception team from January through to the end of the summer term.

About the Role:

This full-time temporary post (two terms) offers an opportunity to work alongside experienced staff supporting our youngest learners as they begin their school journey. The role involves working with individuals and small groups, supporting learning through play, and helping to create a warm, engaging classroom environment.

We’re looking for someone who is positive, reliable, able to work on their initiative, and committed to helping every child thrive.

Hours

• 6 hours per day Monday to Friday.
• 8:30am to 3:30pm with an hour for lunch
• Term time only, 39 weeks

Qualifications and Experience

• Level 1 Teaching Assistant qualification

• Willing to undergo appropriate training as required

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• A chance to make a real difference in the lives of our pupils. 

Join us in our mission to inspire and empower every pupil at Hurst Green Primary School!

Hurst Green Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to Enhanced DBS Clearance, Qualification and ID Checks, medical questionnaire and two satisfactory references.

An online search will also be carried out as part of due diligence on all short-listed candidates.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. 

All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.  

Please note: Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK.

Effective from September 2022, KCSIE states as part of the shortlisting process schools and colleges should consider carrying out on-line searches, as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is to determine suitability to work with children and keep them safe. All shortlisted candidates are now subject to an on-line check and if there is anything concerning, then the shortlisted candidate will be asked to comment on it either prior to or at interview.

N.B., We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised date should we receive a large number of applications.

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