About this role
Required: As soon as possible
Temporary fixed term until 31st August 2027 in the first instance, with the possibility of extension (funding dependent)
Hours: 32.5 hours a week, Monday - Friday, Term time only
Salary: Grade 3 (points 9 - 22) FTE £28,153 - £34,811. Actual salary is £22,162 - £27,404.
Summit Learning Trust Mission Statement
Success through Endeavour
Ambition through Challenge
Strength through Diversity
Are you a passionate and qualified professional who loves helping children thrive?
We are currently seeking to recruit an enthusiastic, dedicated and hardworking Teaching Assistant to join our team at Pegasus Primary School.
This role is child specific and the successful applicant will be working with a Year 2 pupil who has additional needs. The role will also include working with small groups of pupils and carrying out all class Teaching Assistant duties. The successful candidate will have proven experience of working with children with SEND needs, from a primary setting. You will also have excellent communication skills with children, parents and professionals and a sound knowledge and understanding of effective teaching and learning.
Applicants should have at least NVQ Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent, as well as GCSE’s (or equivalent) in English and Maths at Grade C/5 or above/equivalent. You will have a real passion for supporting pupils with particular needs, as well as a desire to develop a pro-active and supportive culture throughout school.
About the school
Pegasus is a one-form entry, family-oriented school, in the heart of North Birmingham. Our Castle Vale community strives for the very best for their children. We are thrilled to say that our school was judged to be ‘Expected’ in all areas by Ofsted in December 2025.
Ofsted December 2025 ‘School leaders inspire pupils to reach their potential to 'fly' at Pegasus. Every pupil is valued equally and leaders ensure that any barriers to learning are removed or reduced. Pupils, including disadvantaged pupils and those with special educational needs and/or disabilities, enjoy their learning, achieve well and are ready for the next stage of their education.’
Children at Pegasus love coming to school and are keen to learn. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive school with high expectations and a commitment to providing the very best for all our learners. You will be part of a very supportive team whose successful aim is to help our learners reach their full potential within this forward-looking school.
Join us and you will be part of a fantastic team. We believe in working collaboratively, sharing ideas and supporting each other to achieve great things.
Why Join Summit Learning Trust?
As part of the Summit Learning Trust, you will have bespoke professional development opportunities and the chance to develop and further your career. You will also have the opportunity to work with colleagues from across schools, sharing resources and good practice. You can expect:
- A welcoming, supportive, and inclusive working environment.
- Commitment to your professional development with high quality CPD opportunities and career progression.
- Access to staff wellbeing initiatives and a wide range of employee benefits.
- The chance to make a meaning impact on the lives of young people.
Are you our newest recruit? Are you ready to really make a difference and join us on our journey?
For a full description of the role and person specification, please see the accompanying documents.
Informal conversations are welcomed. Please contact the school office on 0121 464 4293.
The closing date is 1st November 2026 and it is anticipated that interviews will be held on Tuesday 10th November.
We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and communities. Summit Learning Trust is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported to thrive.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all colleagues to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, including a Children’s Barred List check., and online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates. Our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy is available to view here. If you require the application form in a different format, please contact [email protected].