Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Summerhill Academy; West of England; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Generous annual leave

Wellbeing and career progression

Health benefits and gym discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Summerhill Academy in Bristol is seeking an experienced Teaching Assistant Level 2 to support children with additional needs. You will implement planned activities, adapt teaching to individual needs, and help students access the curriculum.

The role is a fixed-term contract until 31 August 2027, 33.75 hours per week (term time only plus inset days), with a 8:15–3:15 schedule and Wednesday until 4:30. Applicants should have Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent,

Qualifications

• Assist students by implementing planned learning activities and teaching programmes.
• Adjust activities to meet individual student needs and ensure curriculum access.
• Deliver measurable impact on attainment and social-emotional wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored support to students with additional needs, in one-to-one, small groups or class settings.
• Collaborate with teaching and pastoral staff to support learning and welfare.
• Record progress and adapt strategies based on student responses and feedback.

Skills

One-to-one support

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning

Job description

Job Title:

Teaching Assistant (Level 2)

Actual Annual Salary

£23,285 - £25,102 (CLF Grade C, based on hours and week worked)

Full Time Equivalent Salary

£29,812 - £32,138 (CLF Grade B)

Contract Type

Fixed Term Contract – 31.08.2027

Hours

33.75 hours per week - Part Time, Term Time Only plus Inset days

Working Pattern

Monday to Friday (8:15 – 3:15 – Wednesday until 4:30)

Potential Start Date:

As soon as possible – pending completion of pre-employment checks

An opportunity to empower students to reach their full potential by delivering tailored support that enhances learning, engagement and wellbeing:

We are looking for an experienced Teaching Assistant L2 to support children in our school that have additional needs. As this is a Level 2 role, prior relevant experience is necessary.

You will be required to support students by adopting relevant strategies and techniques to enable them to access the curriculum, engage with their learning and achieve their full potential. Take responsibility for implementing planned learning activities/ teaching programmes as agreed with the teacher, adjusting activities according to students’ responses as appropriate. Deliver measurable impact on student attainment as well as social and emotional well-being. Works collaboratively with relevant colleagues to fulfil the requirements of the role.

You will deliver measurable impact on student attainment, as well as their social and emotional well-being, while working collaboratively with colleagues across teaching and pastoral teams to ensue every student is supported effectively

About you:

You will:

• Be committed to being part of a high-performing school with high expectations for all.
• Be passionate about improving the life chances and outcomes of every child and committed to inclusion.
• Be committed to continuous professional development and use feedback to continually enhance your practice.
• Have knowledge and understanding of classroom roles, effective learning support strategies, safeguarding requirements and behaviour management approaches.
• Be able to engage, motivate and support students on a one-to-one basis, in small groups and within whole-class activities, adapting support to meet individual needs.
• Have experience of delivering learning activities and interventions that promote academic progress and positive social and emotional outcomes.
• Demonstrate strong communication, interpersonal and organisational skills, building positive relationships with students, colleagues and parents/carers.
• Hold, or be willing to work towards, a relevant Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning (or equivalent), alongside other relevant training.
• Be able to work effectively as part of a team whilst showing initiative, resilience and professionalism.

Applicants are advised to refer to the full requirements of the role in the attached job description and person specification, prior to submitting an application.

About Summerhill Academy:

Summerhill Academy is a junior school located in St George, Bristol. We provide awide-ranging and inspiring curriculumto meet the needs of thediverse communitythat we serve.

High standardsof teaching and learning, delivered in akind, caring, inclusive environment, ensure that all childrenthrive. Children leave Summerhill Academy with asense of community and purpose, filled with theskills and confidenceneeded to allow them to achieve the best they can in their future lives.

Why work at CLF?

We are a diverse and inclusive community of 37 academies across five cluster regions in the South West that is committed to excellence and making a positive impact. Our people bring unique perspectives, but we’re all driven by a shared moral purpose and a passion for making a positive impact, whether in a teaching, leadership or support role. We’re proud to foster a culture where everyone can thrive, feel valued, and make a meaningful difference to the lives of others.

We are an equal opportunity employer and proud to serve a diverse student population and our communities. We strongly believe that representation matters. Over 65% of the pupils who attend Summerhill Academy are from global majority groups, so we particularly encourage applicants from those groups in order to represent the pupils we serve, as well as wider underrepresented groups including gender, transgender, age disability, sexual orientation or religion.

We aim to remove any barriers to employment, ensuring everyone can compete on equal terms. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

What we can offer you:

• Access to a generous pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Generous annual leave.
• A comprehensive induction and ongoing commitment to wellbeing and career progression, through a range of training, apprenticeships and in-role/wider-trust development opportunities.
• Well-being support through an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Health benefits, including wellness sessions, gym discounts, and flu jabs.
• A range of generous family leave options, including above industry average occupational maternity pay.
• Additional benefits like cycle to work scheme, on-site parking plus many more!

Recruitment timeline:

Closing Date:1 November 2026

Shortlisting date: 2 November 2026

Interviews:6 November 2026

We welcome visits from potential candidates. If you would like to arrange a school visit prior to the closing date, please contact the academy/site directly to arrange a suitable appointment.

As part of our commitment to Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), we do not accept CVs – a full education and employment history must be provided through our application form.

Please note we are not able to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, should we receive a high level of interest in the role. Therefore, candidates are advised to apply at their earliest convenience to avoid missing out.

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we are dedicated to equity and inclusion and commit to interviewing applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria. We aim to provide an inclusive and accessible recruitment process, and support employees throughout their employment. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require any adjustments to support you through the application or interview process please let us know how we can assist.