Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Christ Church COFE Primary School; Bilston; On-site; GBP 3,000 - 3,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive induction

Friendly children

Professional development

Supportive staff team

High expectations

Job summary

Christ Church CofE Primary School in Bilston is inviting applications for One Level 2 Teaching Assistant. This permanent role is 5 hours per week during term time, with a start date of 1 December 2026.

The post is paid at Grade 3 SCP 4-5, with an actual salary of £3,034.81 to £3,152.48. The school seeks enthusiastic, conscientious individuals who understand child development and can support pupils through 1:1 and small group work.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of child development and pedagogy.
• Capability to motivate pupils through 1:1 and small group work.
• Commitment to high standards and ongoing development.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils individually and in small groups to promote learning.
• Contribute to the life of the school and its community.
• Engage in professional development and work effectively within the team.

Skills

Child development understanding

1:1 & small group work

High expectations for pupils

Team player

Commitment to professional development

Job description

We are looking to appoint One Level 2 Teaching assistants at Christ Church CofE Primary School. The start date for this role will be Tuesday 1st December 2026. This will be a permanent role, 5 hours a week (One day to be discussed with successful candidate), term time only.

This role is paid at Grade 3 SCP 4-5, Actual salary £3034.81 - £3152.48

The successful candidate mustbe passionate about working with young children.We wish to appoint a teaching assistant who is conscientious and compassionate and hashigh expectationsand aspirations for all pupils. We are looking for someone who:

• Has a good understanding of child development and pedagogy

• Hashigh expectationsand aspirations for children in their care

• Is able tomotivate and inspire pupils through both 1:1 and small group work

• Is enthusiastic,resourcefuland committed toensuringthe highest possible standards of pupil achievement and personal development, supporting every child to flourish in all aspects of their life

• Has experienceof the needs and support strategiesrequiredto engage and motivate childrenin their learning

• Is willing to contribute to thelife of ourschool and ourcommunity

• Has acommitmentto their own personal and professional development

• Isable towork effectively as part of a team

This is an exciting opportunity to join a fantastic team which shares an ambition to provide the best possible environment in which to educate our children.In return we can offer:

• Ahighlysupportive induction period

• Enthusiasticand friendly children who are keen to learn

• Excellent opportunities forprofessionaldevelopment

• An opportunityto bea member of our exceptionally supportive,knowledgeableand dedicatedstaff team

• High expectationsfor children and staff

Online Checks

In line with KCSIE (Keeping children Safe in Education) 2026we will complete online searches(including publicly availablesocial media profiles) as part of our due diligence on all shortlisted candidates. If anything is identified as part of thesechecksthey will be discussed with you at interview. If any safeguarding concerns areidentifedwe reserve the right to withdraw your application.

Elements Diocesan Learning Trust,andChrist ChurchCofE Primary School, is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and clearances, including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020).This means that certain convictions and cautions are considered 'protected' and do not need to bedisclosedto employers and, if they aredisclosed, employers cannot take them into account. More information can be found here:

Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975 - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)