Teaching Assistant

Are you an experienced Early Years Teaching Assistant looking the perfect role starting in January?

Flourish Education is currently recruiting for a Teaching Assistant to join a lovely and supportive primary school in Worcester, working within their Reception class. This is a full‑time position, starting in January, offering a long‑term opportunity for an experienced Early Years Teaching Assistant who is confident supporting pupils in the classroom, with good knowledge of phonic schemes and the early years framework.

The school is well‑regarded for its positive staff culture, strong leadership team, and commitment to helping pupils achieve their full potential. You will be joining an experienced team that values collaboration, consistency, and high standards of learning and behaviour.

This role is primarily class‑based, with responsibility for leading small group work and targeted intervention sessions to support pupil progress.

• Support teaching and learning within the Reception classroom.
• Lead and deliver small group and intervention sessions, particularly for English and Maths.
• Work with pupils of varying abilities, including those who may require additional support.
• Promote positive behaviour and maintain high expectations.
• Build strong, professional relationships with pupils, staff, and parents where appropriate.
• Work closely with the class teacher to support planning, assessment, and pupil progress.

To be successful as a Reception Teaching Assistant, you will need:

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant, ideally in an early years setting.
• Experience supporting phonics intervention sessions.
• Confidence working with small groups to raise attainment.
• Strong behaviour management skills and a calm, consistent approach.
• A Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning (or equivalent).
• A DBS on the Update Service or issued within the last 12 months.
• Two professional references that confirm relevant experience in a similar role.

• Competitive daily rate: £88.92 – £98.41
• Holiday pay (12.07% of your day rate)
• Pension contributions
• FREE Safeguarding & Prevent Duty training (including FGM and abuse modules)
• Refer-a-Friend bonus scheme
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant throughout your placement

This Reception Teaching Assistant role is based in a primary school in Worcester, easily accessible from surrounding areas such as Broadheath, Upper Broadheath, Branford and Hallow. Onsite parking is available for those who drive, and the school is well served by public transport.

If you’re a nurturing, proactive, and passionate Teaching Assistant with Early Years experience, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and one of our consultants will be in touch to discuss the next steps.

Flourish Education Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. It is a criminal offence to apply for this role if you are barred from working with children. Flourish Education acts as an employment and business agency.