Level 2 Teaching Assistants

eTeach UK Limited; West of England; Presencial; GBP 26.000 - 28.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

LGPS pension

Generous annual leave

Wellbeing & induction program

Employee Assistance Programme

Health benefits

Family leave options

Cycle to work

On-site parking

Descripción de la vacante

Bristol Metropolitan Academy is seeking a Teaching Assistant Level 2 to support students in a single form entry school. The role involves delivering planned activities, supporting engagement, and promoting wellbeing within a high-performing school community.

The successful candidate will have NVQ 2/3 in supporting teaching and learning (or equivalent) and GCSEs in Maths and English at grade C or above. Inset days and term-time working apply, with a competitive starting salary.

Formación

• Be committed to being part of a high performing school with high expectations.
• Have good literacy and numeracy (GCSE Maths and English grade C or above) or equivalent.
• Strong interpersonal skills and empathy with active listening.

Responsabilidades

• Support students by implementing planned activities and teaching programmes as agreed with the teacher.
• Deliver measurable impact on attainment and well-being.
• Collaborate with colleagues to fulfil role requirements and support inclusion.

Conocimientos

Engage students & manage behaviour

Interpersonal skills

Planning & organisation

Educación

NVQ level 2/3 in supporting teaching & learning

First aid qualification

Descripción del empleo

Job Title:x2 Teaching Assistant – Level 2 Actual Annual Starting Salary:£25,527 - £27,519 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:37 hours per week – Full Time, Term Time Only plus Inset days Potential Start Date: January 2027 (Subject to completion of pre-employment checks)

An opportunity to empower students to reach their full potential by delivering tailored support that enhances learning, engagement, and well-being: Support students by adopting relevant strategies and techniques to enable them to access the curriculum, engage with their learning and achieve their full potential. Takes 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.

About you

• Be committed to being part of a high performing school that has high expectations.
• Continuously be committed to improving the life chances of pupils.
• Always be committed to own self development and resilient to the challenges of working in a single form entry school.
• Be committed to seeing feedback as a gift and strive to be better every day.
• Stay committed to the wider success of the school and community.
• Have experience of, or willingness to embrace working in a single form entry school is essential.
• Have an understanding of classroom roles and responsibilities and how a teaching assistant supports students in their learning.
• Be able to engage students and manage behaviour on a one to one or small group basis.
• Be committed to undertake relevant qualifications, e.g. Relevant nvq level 2/ 3 in supporting teaching and learning or equivalent, first aid qualification, to ensure ongoing professional development.
• Have good literacy and numeracy competency (evidenced by GCSE Maths and English at grade C or above, equivalent qualifications or experienceBe able to engage students and manage behaviour on a one to one or small group basis. Have strong interpersonal skills, in particular with the ability to demonstrate empathy and active listening. Have good planning and organisational skills, specifically with regard to learning activities and support materials. Be someone with a keen interest in working with children and commitment to inclusion and acceptance of all.

About Bristol Metropolitan Academy

Bristol Metropolitan Academy (Bristol Met) is an over-subscribed secondary school located in Fishponds, Bristol. It is a vibrant academy characterised by energy, enthusiasm and a strong sense of community. We recognise that the years students spend at school are both few and precious, and we are committed to ensuring that every young person at Bristol Met develops a strong sense of belonging, alongside a genuine belief in their right and their ability to achieve highly. Our students are excited to learn and are proud ambassadors for our richly diverse community. Students at Bristol Met speak over 40 primary languages, reflecting the breadth and strength of our school community. We are deeply committed to inclusion and equity. We believe that all students can achieve their very best through our inclusive approach, underpinned by High Standards, High Aspirations and High Expectations, working in harmony with our PROUD values - being ResPectful, Resilient, CompassiOnate, AmbitioUs and UnifieD. Together, these principles shape a culture in which young people are supported to thrive academically, socially and personally.

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 52% of the students who attend Bristol Metropolitan Academy are from global majority groups, so we particularly encourage applicants from those groups in order to represent the students 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.

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.

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:22 November 2026 Shortlisting date: 23 November 2026 Interviews: Week Commencing 30 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.