Level 2 Teaching and Learning Assistant

Derbyshire County Council; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Parkside Community School is seeking a proactive Teaching & Learning Assistant Level 2 to support students with SEND and to assist in delivering a differentiated curriculum under the guidance of the SEND Manager.

The role requires GCSEs A-C (including EM) or equivalent, good ICT skills, and experience in supporting young learners. The successful candidate will work within KS3/KS4 and align with the school’s safeguarding and inclusion policies.

Qualifications

• GCSE A-C or equivalent including EM.
• Experience of supporting young learners in an organisational setting.
• Knowledge of KS3/KS4 curriculum and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective support for students with SEND.
• Support delivery of a differentiated curriculum as directed by the SEND Manager.
• Maintain student records and provide feedback to relevant staff.
• Work as part of a team to implement strategies to overcome learning barriers.

Skills

GCSE A-C including EM

ICT skills

Experience supporting young learners

Behaviour management knowledge

KS3/KS4 curriculum understanding

Teamwork

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Understanding of data use KS3/KS4

Equality, diversity & inclusion

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

GCSE A-C or equivalent

A-levels

Tools

ICT tools

Job description

Closing date: 31 August 2026

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Parkside Community School are seeking to appoint enthusiastic and experienced Teaching & Learning Assistants Level 2, to provide effective support for students with SEND and support the delivery of a differentiated curriculum as directed by the SEND Manager.

• GCSE level of education A-C or equivalent (to include EM) /A levels
• A good level of appropriate ICT skills
• Experience of supporting young learners in an organisational setting
• Experience of working with pupils within an agreed behaviour management policy
• Clear understanding of the Key stage 3 and 4 national curriculum
• Work constructively as part of a team
• Ability to relate well to children and adults
• Good written and spoken communication skills
• Good organisational skills
• Understanding of how data is used at KS3 and KS4
• An understanding of individual learning styles
• Ability to identify potential barriers to learning and engage in strategies to overcome these barriers
• Ability to maintain student records and feedback to relevant staff
• Ability to employ a range of coaching skills including group work
• Knowledge, understanding and commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion informed by practical experience and application
• Knowledge, understanding and commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students
• Ability to form and maintain appropriate relationships and personal boundaries with students

What we offer:

• a small and friendly school
• fantastic students
• an ambitious and supportive staff body
• huge support and progression opportunities
• excellent support from the Embark Federation central team
• excellent ongoing CPD and career development within our school, and across the Embark family of schools
• an impressive range of Embark employee benefits

We actively welcome visits and would be delighted to show you around our very special school. In order to arrange this or to have an informal discussion please contact Sarah Russell [e-mail]

Hours of Work Monday to Friday 8.30am - 3.05pm

• Wednesday fortnightly CPD meeting 3.05pm to 4.05pm

In the event a candidate does not fully meet the person specification/experience, then a temporary contract may be issued.

Provisional Interview Date: Week commencing 7 September 2026