Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel Ltd.; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay rates

Flexible working options

CPD and training courses

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Job summary

Teaching Personnel is recruiting dedicated Level 2 Teaching Assistants to support primary and secondary schools across South Yorkshire, including Sheffield, Rotherham, Doncaster and Barnsley. Flexible opportunities available to suit your schedule.

As a Level 2 TA you will work with teachers and pupils to support learning, encourage engagement and help create an inclusive classroom. Competitive daily pay (£95-£105), DBS checks, and ongoing CPD are provided, with options for long-term or permanent

Qualifications

• Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent experience.
• Experience working with children or young people.
• Patient, adaptable and committed to supporting student development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a school team.
• Passion for education and helping young people reach potential.

Responsibilities

• Supporting teaching and learning within the classroom.
• Working with small groups and individual pupils to reinforce learning objectives.
• Assisting teachers with lesson preparation and classroom organisation.
• Supporting pupils with varying learning needs and abilities.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement in lessons.
• Monitoring pupil progress and providing feedback to teaching staff.
• Promoting a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.

Skills

Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Experience with children

Patience & adaptability

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Location: South Yorkshire (Sheffield, Rotherham, Doncaster & Barnsley)
Company: Teaching Personnel
Salary: £95 - £105 per day (dependent on experience and assignment)
Contract: Full-Time, Part-Time & Flexible Opportunities Available

Make a Difference in South Yorkshire Schools

Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting dedicated and enthusiastic Level 2 Teaching Assistants to support primary and secondary schools across South Yorkshire. Whether you are an experienced Teaching Assistant or looking to further your career in education, we have a range of opportunities available to suit your skills and availability.

As a Level 2 Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and pupils to support learning, encourage engagement, and help create a positive and inclusive classroom environment.

The Role

As a Level 2 Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting teaching and learning within the classroom.
• Working with small groups and individual pupils to reinforce learning objectives.
• Assisting teachers with lesson preparation and classroom organisation.
• Supporting pupils with varying learning needs and abilities.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement in lessons.
• Monitoring pupil progress and providing feedback to teaching staff.
• Promoting a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.

We Are Looking For Candidates Who:

• Hold a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent experience.
• Have previous experience working with children or young people.
• Are patient, adaptable, and committed to supporting student development.
• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Are able to work effectively as part of a school team.
• Have a genuine passion for education and helping young people achieve their potential.

What Teaching Personnel Offers

• Competitive daily pay rates.
• Flexible working options to fit around your schedule.
• Opportunities in schools across Sheffield, Rotherham, Doncaster, and Barnsley.
• Access to ongoing CPD and training courses.
• Dedicated support from a specialist Education Recruitment Consultant.
• Opportunities to gain valuable experience across a variety of school settings.
• Potential for long-term and permanent positions.

Requirements

• Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (desirable).
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
• Two professional references covering the last two years.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ's on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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