Primary Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Aspire People Limited; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dedicated consultant support

Wide range of primary schools

Job summary

Aspire People are recruiting Experienced Level 2 Teaching Assistants for primary schools starting September 2026. We welcome reliable, passionate candidates who understand school demands and can support pupils academically and pastorally.

Various full-time and part-time roles with opportunities for permanency. Candidates should hold a Level 2 TA qualification or equivalent and have recent experience in a UK primary school, with a solid grasp of the primary curriculum and strong teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent.
• Recent experience in a UK primary school.
• Good understanding of the primary curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 and small-group basis.
• Assisting with classroom learning and differentiated activities.
• Supporting Reading, Writing and Maths.
• Delivering basic interventions under teacher direction.
• Supporting pupils with SEND where required.
• Helping maintain positive classroom routines.
• Supporting behaviour and pupil engagement.
• Supervising pupils during breaktimes and transitions.
• Helping pupils develop confidence and independence.
• Working closely with the class teacher and wider support team.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Patience and nurturing

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent

Job description

Experienced Level 2 Teaching Assistant - Primary School
September 2026 Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Aspire People

Do you have a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification and recent experience working in a UK primary school?

Aspire People are currently recruiting experienced Level 2 Teaching Assistants for primary schools from September 2026.

We're looking for reliable and enthusiastic practitioners who already understand the demands of working in a school and can confidently support pupils both academically and pastorally.

This is ideal for a TA who has built up solid classroom experience and wants to secure a new role for the upcoming academic year.

The Role:

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 and small-group basis
• Assisting with classroom learning and differentiated activities
• Supporting Reading, Writing and Maths
• Delivering basic interventions under teacher direction
• Supporting pupils with SEND where required
• Helping maintain positive classroom routines
• Supporting behaviour and pupil engagement
• Supervising pupils during breaktimes and transitions
• Helping pupils develop confidence and independence
• Working closely with the class teacher and wider support team

We're Looking For:

• Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent
• Recent experience working within a UK primary school
• Good understanding of the primary curriculum
• Experience supporting classroom learning and/or interventions
• Confident working with primary-aged children
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Patient, adaptable and nurturing approach
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusive education

Candidates with experience supporting SEND, SEMH or pupils with additional learning needs would be particularly attractive to many of our partner schools.

Why Aspire People?

• September 2026 opportunities
• Full-time and part-time roles
• Daily, short-term and long-term placements
• Potential permanent opportunities
• Competitive rates of pay
• Access to a wide range of primary schools
• Dedicated consultant support

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.