Level 2 Teaching Assistant

GSL Education - Hull; York; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An education recruitment agency is seeking a Level 2 Teaching Assistant to support diverse learners at a secondary school in York, North Yorkshire, starting September 2025. The ideal candidate will hold a Level 3 qualification, have experience in educational settings, and possess strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection protocols.

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of experience in an educational setting.
• Hold an Enhanced DBS registered to the update service or willing to apply.

Responsibilities

• Supporting teachers in delivering engaging, interactive lessons.
• Providing 1:1 and small group support to students.
• Supervising students during break times and on educational visits.

Skills

Experience with social, emotional, and mental health needs

Ability to engage with young people

Confidence in managing behavior

Knowledge of additional needs (ASC, ADHD, MLD, SEMH)

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Level 2 Teaching Assistant
Location: York, North Yorkshire
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: GBP83 - GBP100 per day

Are you passionate about making a positive difference in education and supporting young people? GSL Education is looking for motivated Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join a Secondary School in York, North Yorkshire, starting in September 2025.

About the School:

• The school was graded by Ofsted as Good in all areas, where all staff have high expectations of their pupils.
• The school was also graded as Outstanding by SIAMS.
• Established in the 1800s, the school proudly strives to provide a 21st century education for all their young people.
• The school offers encouraging learning in a Christian environment, where all students are cared for, respected, and given chances to help others.
• Home to state-of-the-art facilities, which promotes the school s curriculum preparation for an appreciation of life in modern Britain.
• Performing arts, music, dance, and drama, are an essential part of every student's education at both Key Stages 3 and 4.
• The school currently works with students who have a wide range of additional needs, such as dyslexia, physical disabilities, issues with speech, language, and communication, conditions on the autism spectrum, more general learning difficulties, individuals with rare syndromes, impairments to hearing and vision, and attention deficit disorders.

Level 2 Teaching Assistant requirements:

• Experience and understanding of social, emotional, and mental health needs.
• A Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification, certificate, or diploma.
• At least 6 months of experience in an educational setting with references available.
• The ability to engage with and build strong relationships with young people.
• Confidence in managing behavior in a school environment.
• Knowledge of additional needs, including ASC, ADHD, MLD, and SEMH.
• Hold an Enhanced DBS registered to the update service or be willing to apply for a new one with GSL Education.

Level 2 Teaching Assistant Responsibilities:

• Supporting teachers in delivering engaging, interactive lessons.
• Providing 1:1 and small group support to students.
• Delivering pre-planned lessons to students who need extra support.
• Supervise students during break times, lunchtimes, and on educational visits as required.
• Monitor and record pupils progress and report any issues to teaching staff.
• Contribute to creating a safe, stimulating and inclusive learning environment.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

For more information, or to apply for the role of Level 2 Teaching Assistant in York, North Yorkshire, please call Kerry Fowler at GSL Education. Alternatively, please visit GSL Education official website to apply online.