Casual Teaching Assistant

We are seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Casual Teaching Assistant to support teaching and learning across the school on a flexible, as-needed basis. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with children and can adapt quickly to different classroom environments.

Key Responsibilities: Support pupils individually or in small groups under the direction of the class teacher

Assist with classroom activities and learning resources

Help create a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment

Support pupils with additional learning or behavioural needs, where required

Supervise pupils during lessons and, where appropriate, at break times

Brookfields School provides a quality, inclusive and specialist education for pupils with severe and complex learning difficulties and autistic spectrum disorders.

We are committed to:

An inclusive approach to teaching and learning to provide equal opportunities for all pupils

Providing a positive, stimulating, child-centred learning environment, where everyone is valued and respected

Promoting the personal qualities of individuals so that they achieve and contribute to their highest level

Sustaining the highest quality teaching and learning standards

Promoting learning as a life-long process involving a wide community of people including families

All candidates are required to provide a supporting statement on the formal application forms which states clearly your reasons for applying, skills and experience for this position.

Join Shaw Education Trust – Support, Teach, Lead… Make the Remarkable Happen. At Shaw Education Trust, we believe every role holds the power to transform a life. Whether you're supporting behind the scenes, inspiring in the classroom, or leading with vision, you’ll be part of something extraordinary. We are a dynamic and growing family of Primary, Secondary, and Special Schools, proudly serving communities from Birmingham to Bury. Our mission is to unlock opportunity for every young person—whatever their background, ability, or starting point. Our people are our greatest asset, and we are deeply committed to their growth. Through high-quality training, apprenticeships, talent acceleration, and research opportunities, we empower our staff to thrive as skilled, confident professionals and we champion wellbeing, value every voice, and create a culture where you feel supported, motivated, and inspired to make a real difference. You will join a collaborative network of schools where shared expertise and professional community fuel success. Every academy in our Trust has an equal voice, and every colleague plays a vital part in shaping tailored learning experiences that raise aspirations and build brighter futures. At the heart of our work is a deep respect for the children and young adults we serve—our “precious cargo.” We are proud to "exactly like nothing else” and bridge the gap between education and the wider world, preparing every