Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Nene Park Academy; England; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive educational institution in the United Kingdom is looking for a Level 2 Teaching Assistant to support students' learning under the guidance of the Class Teacher. The role includes adapting learning activities for students, encouraging inclusion, and working with children to enhance their educational experience. Ideal candidates should have a good educational background, ideally with GCSEs in English and Maths, and experience in a classroom setting. This position offers a supportive environment with various career development opportunities.

Benefits

Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities

Opportunity to jump start a career in teaching

Support for mental health and wellbeing

Cycle to work scheme

Healthcare benefits including eye test vouchers

Discounts on everyday essentials

Qualifications

• Good educational background with GCSE or equivalent in English Language and Maths.
• Experience of supporting children in a classroom environment.
• Good written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Class Teacher in enabling access to learning for students.
• Take responsibility for adapting and delivering learning activities.
• Encourage the inclusion and acceptance of all students.

Skills

Good communication skills

Understanding of phonics and literacy development

Experience in supporting children

Ability to work with pupils facing learning difficulties

Education

GCSE or equivalent in English Language and Maths

Job description

VACANCY FOR LEVEL 2 TEACHING ASISSTANT

Nene Park Academy

Salary: Meridian Trust Support Staff, Grade 5 £19299 - £19918 (£25583-£26403 FTE)

Hours of work: 32.5 hours a week, 39 Weeks per year (Term-Time + Training days)

We have an exciting vacancy to join our team as a Level 2 teaching assistant. You will be working under the direction of the Class Teacher to enable access to learning for students and to aid the Class Teacher in the management of students and the classroom.

The Opportunity

• Under the guidance of the Class Teacher undertake work/care/support programmes to enable access to learning for students
• Take responsibility for adapting and delivering learning activities with individuals or small groups who would receive help from a different learning approach as agreed
• Encourage and promote the inclusion and acceptance of all students
• Support students in respect of local and national learning strategies, e.g., literacy, numeracy, KS3, KS4, ICT etc
• Organise the learning environment and develop classroom resources as needed
• Supply detailed and regular feedback to teachers on students’ achievement, progress, problems, etc

The ideal candidate

• Good educational background with GCSE or equivalent in English Language and Maths
• Experience of supporting children in a classroom environment
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Understanding of phonics, numeracy, and literacy development
• A sound grasp of the concept of inclusive practice
• Able to work closely with pupils who are finding learning difficult, or those who have experienced a feeling of failure

Meridian Trust offers a wealth of fantastic benefits for teaching and support staff which are highlighted below but are not limited to

• Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities which allow you to gain specialist knowledge in a role you are passionate about developing in
• Opportunity to jump start your career in teaching through our dedicated Initial Teacher Training Team (ITT)
• Support for mental health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and other resources
• Cycle to work scheme
• Defined benefit local government or Teacher’s pension scheme
• Healthcare benefits including free eye test vouchers and flu vaccinations
• Free on-site parking
• Discounts on a wide range of benefits from everyday essentials to holidays
• To explore our full range of benefits, please visit https://www.meridiantrust.co.uk/jobs-and-training/benefits/.

About Nene Park Academy

Nene Park Academy is an educational community whose philosophy embraces the challenges of academic excellence, responsibility and leadership, spiritual awareness and participation in a wide variety of activities, and we look forward to welcoming you to be part of our journey.

Based in the heart of Peterborough, next to Ferry Meadows, we are a proud member of Meridian Trust. For the third time in a row, in October 2023 we were rated as a ‘Good’ provider by Ofsted. Inspectors highlighted ‘pupils know there are high expectations for their achievement and attendance. They benefit from an interesting and engaging curriculum,’ and that ‘trips and visits help to bring the curriculum to life for pupils.’

Academic excellence is important, but the values that go with the achievement of the students are critical in ensuring that our students are well prepared for the challenges which await them beyond the school gates. At NPA, we encourage students to explore their identity and strengths, and provide the expertise that helps them to transform individual talents into accomplishments - accomplishments which will make them valued and respected in an increasingly complex world.

Meridian Trust is a successful multi-academy trust founded on its commitment to people and communities.

Our proven approach over more than a decade has elevated us to a respected and admired academy trust, a national leader in education and a source of great pride to the communities we serve. The Trust currently operates 30 schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire and has forged strong links within all these communities. We are committed to high quality professional development and career opportunities for all staff. To find out more about the Trust, please visit: www.meridiantrust.co.uk

For more information about the role please download the Applicant Information Pack below.

Closing date for applications is: 5th January 2026

Interview to take place on: 15th January 2026

The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

The Trust 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 will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as online searches.