Teaching Assistant

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exclusive deals

Wellbeing services

Pay portal access

Job summary

A Teaching Assistant (Year 2) role is available at Allscreens Nationwide Ltd in Plymouth. It is a full-time, long-term temporary position starting September 2026, working with Year 2 pupils to build confidence, independence, and essential academic skills.

The role supports the class teacher, with emphasis on safeguarding and pupil well-being, and offers weekly PAYE salary. Applicants should be reliable, proactive and committed to a long-term placement in a calm classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant or supporting children in Key Stage 1.
• Understanding of the Year 2 curriculum and child development.
• Patient, caring and supportive approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable and committed to a full-time, long-term role.
• Proactive and adaptable attitude.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils within a Year 2 classroom during lessons and daily activities.
• Work with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning.
• Assist with phonics, reading, writing, and numeracy activities.
• Support pupils’ social, emotional, and behavioural development.
• Help maintain a positive, inclusive, and well-managed classroom environment.
• Support classroom routines, transitions, and organisation.
• Work collaboratively with the class teacher and wider support staff.
• Observe and feedback on pupil progress and engagement.
• Encourage positive behaviour, confidence, and independence.
• Uphold safeguarding, welfare, and health and safety responsibilities at all times.

Skills

Teaching Assistant experience

KS1 knowledge

Teamwork

Safeguarding awareness

Job description

Teaching Assistant (Year 2) – Full-time, long-term temporary and ongoing from September 2026

The inspection information for this provider is not publicly available at the time of writing. However, the school is described as providing a positive and inclusive learning environment where pupils are supported to feel safe, valued, and ready to learn. Staff work collaboratively to maintain clear routines and high expectations, with a strong focus on safeguarding, pupil well-being, and supporting individual needs.

This Teaching Assistant (Year 2) role offers a full-time, long-term temporary and ongoing opportunity starting in September 2026. The Teaching Assistant will work closely with the class teacher to support pupils in Year 2, helping them build confidence, independence, and key academic skills during an important stage of their learning. This role is ideal for a committed Teaching Assistant who enjoys working with Key Stage 1 pupils and contributing to a calm, supportive classroom environment.

Duties as Teaching Assistant (Year 2):

• Support pupils within a Year 2 classroom during lessons and daily activities
• Work with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning
• Assist with phonics, reading, writing, and numeracy activities
• Support pupils’ social, emotional, and behavioural development
• Help maintain a positive, inclusive, and well-managed classroom environment
• Support classroom routines, transitions, and organisation
• Work collaboratively with the class teacher and wider support staff
• Observe and feedback on pupil progress and engagement
• Encourage positive behaviour, confidence, and independence
• Uphold safeguarding, welfare, and health and safety responsibilities at all times

Ideal Teaching Assistant (Year 2):

• Experience working as a Teaching Assistant or supporting children in Key Stage 1
• Understanding of the Year 2 curriculum and child development
• Patient, caring, and supportive approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Reliable and committed to a full-time, long-term role
• Proactive and adaptable attitude
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Your salary – dependent on experience – is paid weekly through PAYE – that means no self‑employed or umbrella companies. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well‑being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of.