Academics are currently supporting a partnership school (located in Stoke-on-Trent) that are requiring an experienced Year 5 Teaching Assistant for the summer term (April 2026-July 2026). Our partnership school is known for evolving independence for all of their learners and they have an encouraging attitude towards learning. Small group interventions and supporting children with a range of needs (SEND). * The ability to create an inclusive and safe learning environment for all of the learners within your class and the wider school community. * For this long-term role, applicants who apply must: * Have previous experience of working with children in a primary school or educational setting in the UK (which can be evidenced through referencing). * Own a current Enhanced DBS that is registered with the Update Service, or you will be prepared to apply for a new Enhanced DBS with ourselves (cost applied). We are an agency that are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all of our staff to share this commitment. All applicants will be subject to our stringent vetting procedures, which include an Enhanced DBS check, full work history, references (x2) and an interview. If you are an experienced Teaching Assistant that wishes to be considered for this exciting long-term role, please click ‘APPLY NOW’ below with no delay. If Academics obtain a large number of applications, sadly we do reserve the right to close our vacancies from additional applications.