Teaching Assistant

An Ofsted-rated ‘Outstanding' school, Lift Percy Shurmer offers an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, caring and committed Teaching Assistant to join our welcoming, inclusive and dedicated team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about supporting children's learning and development and who wants to make a meaningful difference in young people's lives. Whether you want to develop your career in education or bring your experience to a supportive school community, we would love to hear from you.

Your New School

Lift Percy Shurmer is a vibrant, inclusive two-form entry primary academy in the heart of Balsall Heath, Birmingham, serving approximately 460 pupils aged 3 to 11, including children in our specialist Deaf Learning Base (DLB).

We are dedicated to providing an excellent education for every child, in every classroom, every day. Our school is built on a strong culture of inclusion, ambition and belonging, where every pupil is encouraged to develop confidence, independence and a lifelong love of learning.

Led by our dedicated Principal, Miss Duffy, Lift Percy Shurmer was graded ‘Outstanding' by Ofsted in May 2023, reflecting our commitment to high-quality teaching, inclusive education and positive outcomes for pupils.

We pride ourselves on providing a rich, engaging curriculum, complemented by educational visits, residential experiences, outdoor learning, and creative opportunities that help children develop academically, socially, and emotionally.

Our Deaf Learning Base is an important part of our inclusive school community, providing specialist support and opportunities for Deaf learners to thrive alongside their peers.

Your New Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will support teaching and learning across the school, working closely with class teachers and colleagues to ensure every child has the opportunity to succeed.

You will help create a positive, nurturing and stimulating learning environment where pupils feel supported, valued and confident in their abilities.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive learning activities.
• Working with individual pupils and small groups to support learning, progress and attainment.
• Helping pupils develop independence, confidence and positive relationships.
• Supporting children with additional learning needs, including Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and English as an Additional Language (EAL).
• Promoting positive behaviour, emotional well-being and social development.
• Supporting the preparation of classroom resources and learning activities.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, colleagues and families to ensure pupils receive the support they need.
• Experience working with Deaf learners, knowledge of British Sign Language (BSL), or experience in a Deaf Learning Base would be particularly welcome. However, this is not essential, as we will provide training and support for the successful candidate.

At Lift Percy Shurmer, you will join a supportive, collaborative team where your contribution will be valued and your professional development encouraged.

What You'll Need to Succeed

We are looking for an enthusiastic, compassionate and motivated individual who shares our commitment to providing an excellent education for every child.

The ideal candidate will:

• Ideally hold a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent, or be willing to work towards this.
• Have GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above, or equivalent qualifications.
• Have a good understanding of child development and how children learn.
• Be patient, caring and able to build positive relationships with pupils.
• Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be confident supporting pupils with a range of learning abilities and additional needs.
• Work effectively as part of a team and contribute positively to school life.
• Demonstrate flexibility, resilience and a proactive approach to supporting learning.
• Be committed to safeguarding, promoting pupil well-being and maintaining high professional standards.
• Show enthusiasm for continuous professional development and a willingness to learn new skills.

Previous experience of working in a school or supporting children and young people would be beneficial, although we also welcome applications from individuals who demonstrate the right qualities, enthusiasm and commitment to making a difference.

As part of Lift Schools, you will have access to high-quality professional development, training, and career progression opportunities, including Teaching Assistant apprenticeship pathways and opportunities to develop your career in education.

School Visits

We warmly encourage prospective candidates to visit Lift Percy Shurmer to experience our welcoming school community, meet our dedicated team and learn more about this exciting opportunity.

To arrange a school visit or for an informal discussion about the role, please contact Paula Baldock, PA to Miss Duffy, at pbaldock@liftpercyshurmer.org.

We look forward to welcoming you to Lift Percy Shurmer.

Who is Lift Schools?

Lift Schools is made up of 62 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 35,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives – and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential.

How we support you
We want you to feel supported, valued and able to grow throughout your career with Lift Schools. From high-quality professional development and career progression to wellbeing support and opportunities to connect and collaborate across our network, we invest in you so you can do your best work.

Discover how we'll support you to thrive, develop and grow your career in the way that's right for you: How we support you

This position is due to commence in January 2027 and is a fixed-term position until 31 August 2027, working 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year.