Teaching Assistant

(with support for pupil with physical disability Grade 4)

Salary – Grade 4 full time 32.5 hrs (term time only)
To commence as soon as possible
Fixed term until July 2026

Etching Hill Academy is a happy, welcoming, Church of England school on the edge of Cannock Chase, part of the Future Generation Trust.

At Etching Hill the happiness and success of all children and staff is at the core of all that we do. We firmly believe that this is the foundation of any successful school. This forms our ethos which can be felt as soon as you enter our vibrant, ambitious school.

Future Generation Trust is a growing Trust of primary phase academies in Staffordshire. FGT aims to create a strong positive culture in all of its academies in which valuable life skills will be delivered. Quality teaching, built upon a foundation of care and support will lead to high levels of attainment, achievement and confidence, self-esteem and a love of learning.

We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic, highly motivated and skilled Teaching Assistant to join our teaching team as soon as possible. The position is to provide full time 1:1 support to a specific pupil with a physical disability, however there is flexibility in how this is managed and is suitable for a job share. Please indicate in your letter of application your preference for hours.

By becoming part of our team, we can offer you:

• Motivated, enthusiastic children who love learning.

• High standards of behaviour both inside and outside of classrooms.

• Supportive parents and governors

• Access to high quality CPD

• A welcoming, caring & dedicated staff team where you are valued and can thrive

We are looking for a teaching assistant who:

• Is a positive, happy role model

• Is passionate about children's learning and a highly motivated practitioner

• Has the ability to create an inspiring and stimulating learning environment in which children thrive

• Has high expectations of achievement and behaviour

• Is enthusiastic in promoting the values and ethos of our school and able to take a full and active part in all aspects of our school life

• Values team work and works well with others

How to Apply

Application documents

Full information, and all supporting documents for this vacancy can be found on WM Jobs post here

Applying for this role

Completed Application Forms and Recruitment Monitoring Forms should be sent to Mrs Zoë Hasketh-Boston via email businessmanager@etchinghillprimary.academy

The closing date for all applications is 3pm on Friday 31st October 2025

Please ensure application forms are signed. CV’s will not be accepted.

Please complete the application form in full ensuring you have provided true and accurate information.

Candidates shortlisted for interview will be notified by 3rd November 2025.