Teaching Assistant

We work smarter so that you can enjoy the things that matter outside of work Job Title: Teaching Assistant Location: Ryecroft School, Walsall, West Midlands, WS2 7BH Hours: 37.5 per week | Monday to Friday | 8.30am – 4.00pm Salary: £22,160.62 per annum (not pro rata) Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only Start: June 2026 UK applicants only – no sponsorship available About the Role As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll play a key role in helping our pupils thrive — emotionally, socially, and academically. Every pupil at Ryecroft has unique strengths and needs, and you'll be there to support their learning journeys every step of the way. This is a hands-on, dynamic role with every day offering something different. You’ll need to be flexible, responsive, and ready to think on your feet, but you’ll never be without guidance, teamwork, and expert support. What you will bring Support class teachers with preparing resources and running activities Work 1:1 or in small groups, helping pupils to stay engaged and make progress Provide emotional and physical care in a nurturing and respectful way Encourage independence, confidence, and self-expression Adapt to meet different needs — in the classroom, outdoors, or on school trips Who We're Looking For Compassionate, patient, and resilient Adaptable and happy working across a range of classroom and outdoor settings A clear communicator with strong teamwork skills Enthusiastic about supporting children with SEN, autism, and complex needs Committed to promoting the emotional wellbeing and personal growth of every pupil Prior experience is welcome but not essential — if you have the right attitude and a willingness to learn, we’ll provide full training and development opportunities. About Us Ryecroft School has capacity for 60 pupils, opened in September 2024 and caters for pupils with Autism and complex needs. The school is located in Walsall. Walsall is a market town in the West Midlands County. It is located 9 miles north-west of Bi