Level 2 Teaching Assistant

DUDLEY METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL; Hall; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Russells Hall Primary School is seeking a Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join a dedicated team. The role focuses on supporting children in early learning, with a 31.25-hour week, term-time only arrangement, and a 39-week term calendar. Start date is 4 January 2027.

The successful candidate will work under supervision, contribute to planning and delivery, and help create a positive, creative learning environment for all pupils.

Qualifications

• Must be committed and passionate about helping children learn.
• Ability to work as part of a supportive school team.
• Demonstrates a secure understanding of effective teaching strategies.

Responsibilities

• Support children in early learning and literacy activities.
• Assist with planning and delivering engaging lessons under supervision.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and other staff to meet learners’ needs.

Skills

Teamwork

Self development

Positive attitude

Creative teaching

Curriculum adaptation

Can collaborate

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Job description

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£18,967.56 - £19,267.21 Actual Salary per annum. Term time only, 39 weeks. First year salary will reflect number of working days remaining in holiday year.

Working Hours:

31.25

Location:

Russells Hall Primary School

Closing Date:

20/11/2026

Job Type:

Schools / Academies - Support staff roles - All non-teaching - support staff jobs

Sector:

Education

Business Unit:

Schools

Job Introduction

Level 2 Teaching Assistant

31.25 hours per week

Monday - Friday 8.45am - 3.30pm (half hour lunch)

Grade 3 (point 4-5)

Start date: 4th January 2027

We are seeking a committed , passionate and experienced Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team . The role focuses on supporting children. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and highly capable Teaching Assistant, who feels they can really support learners in one of the earliest stages of their education .

If you

• are interested in and self directed with their own personal development
• are able to demonstrate a secure understanding of effective teaching
• work well as part of a team
• are positive and relish the opportunity to make a difference to children's lives
• work in a creative way to inspire and challenge children
• are passionate about shaping the curriculum to meet the needs of all learners.

We will offer

• a vibrant and exciting work environment with excellent outdoor learning facilities
• a friendly, welcoming and supportive team
• happy and enthusiastic children who like to learn and have fun
• planning and working as part of a strong team
• a creative approach to teaching and learning

Visits to the school are warmly welcome and strongly encouraged.

Russells Hall 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 medical clearance and an enhanced disclosure for the Disclosure and Barring Service under the Rehabilitation for Offenders Act 1974 . You are required to ensure that you understand your own role and responsibilities to comply with legislation and the employer's policies . Any breaches of, or failure to comply with, Data Protection requirements, confidentiality or employer policies will be dealt with through the agreed Disciplinary Procedure .

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.

Please note: Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK.

Effective from September 2022, KCSIE states as part of the shortlisting process schools and colleges should consider carrying out on-line searches, as part of the due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This is to determine suitability to work with children and keep them safe. All shortlisted candidates are now subject to an on-line check and if there is anything concerning, then the shortlisted candidate will be asked to comment on it either prior to or at interview.

N.B., We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the advertised dateshould we receive a large number of applications.