Level 2 Teaching Assistant (Part Time, Permanent)

Cabot Learning Federation; Weston-super-Mare; Remote; GBP 21,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Annual leave

Wellbeing support

Health benefits

Family leave options

Cycle to work

On-site parking

Job summary

Haywood Village Academy in Weston-super-Mare is seeking a Teaching Assistant Level 2 to provide targeted support, facilitation of learning and engagement for pupils. You will work under the class teacher to deliver planned activities, adapt approaches and contribute to monitoring student progress and well-being.

The role requires a Level 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning (or equivalent), safeguarding knowledge, and strong communication to support students one-to-one, in small

Qualifications

• Hold or be working towards Level 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning.
• Knowledge of safeguarding requirements and procedures.
• Ability to engage and motivate students with varied needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver planned learning activities and targeted interventions.
• Monitor, assess and report on student progress and well-being.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents/carers and external professionals.

Skills

One-to-one support

Small group support

Behaviour management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Level 3 or equivalent in Supporting Teaching and Learning

Job description

# Level 2 Teaching Assistant (Part Time, Permanent)Employer: Haywood Village AcademyLocation: Weston-super-Mare, SomersetContract Type: PermanentHours: Part Time, Term TimeSalary: Actual Annual Salary:??£20,698 - £22,313Posted: 12th October 2026Expires: 28th October 2026 11:59 PMStart Date: 7th December 2026Job ID: 1579228Job Reference: 44003* Share :* Print**Job Title:** Teaching Assistant - Level 2**Actual Annual Salary:** £20,698 - £22,313 Based on hours and week worked**Full Time Equivalent Salary:**£29,812 - £32,138 (CLF Grade C) Based on full time hours, all year round**Contract Type:** Permanent**Hours:** 30 hours per week - Part Time, Term Time Only plus Inset days**Working Pattern:**Monday to Friday**Potential Start Date:** 07 December 2026 (Subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks)**An opportunity to empower students to reach their full potential by delivering targeted support that enhances learning, engagement and well-being**Support students by using developed strategies and techniques to enable them to access the curriculum, engage positively with their learning and achieve their full potential. Working under the direction of the class teacher, you will take responsibility for delivering planned learning activities and targeted interventions, adapting approaches in response to students' needs and progress. You will play an active role in monitoring, assessing and reporting on student achievement, whilst delivering measurable impact on academic attainment as well as social and emotional well-being. You will work collaboratively with colleagues, parents/carers and external professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes for all students.**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 Haywood Village Academy:**We are very proud of our community school in Haywood Village, Weston-super-Mare. We currently have classes from Pre-school to Year 6.The academy is at the heart of the community that it serves and is defined by High Aspirations, Valuing Learning and Achievement for all. We have created a school where children flourish. The school offers a limitless education that empowers choice through enriching, meaningful and active opportunities. Staff receive high quality professional training and support and contribute positively to the development of the school.**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 and so encourage applications from underrepresented and global majority groups including ethnicity, 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: 28 October 2026 @11.59pmShortlisting date: 29 October 2026Interviews: 05 November 2026We 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.**### AttachmentsCLF Privacy NoticeCLF Safeguarding & Child Protection PolicyRecruitment, selection & disclosure policy & procedure (including employment of ex-offenders)Teaching Assistant Level 2 Job DescriptionTeaching Assistant Level 2 Person Specification### Safeguarding Statement:The Cabot Learning Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles across the trust have a varying level of responsibility for ensuring safeguarding practice, with some roles holding significant responsibility and involving working with children on a daily basis in regulated activity. Regardless of the level of responsibility and involvement in each role, we expect all staff, visiting professionals and volunteers to share this commitment.All successful candidates will undergo a comprehensive pre-employment checking process, including an enhanced DBS check (including a further check against the appropriate barred list), references from current and previous employers, health, right to work in the UK, child disqualification (where applicable), prohibition from teaching/management and online checks. You must also tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.