Teaching Assistant Level 2

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Bedworth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an enthusiastic Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join a dedicated team at a forward-thinking school. This role offers the opportunity to support young learners in a nurturing environment, focusing on both general classroom assistance and specialized support for children with special educational needs. Join a community committed to educational excellence and professional development, where your contributions will make a significant impact on children's lives. If you are passionate about education and eager to help children thrive, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Supportive Staff Team

Positive Work Environment

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 childcare qualification or equivalent required.
• Experience in a primary school setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in meeting children's needs.
• Work with individuals and small groups of children.

Skills

Child Development Understanding

Communication Skills

Adaptability

Teamwork

Initiative

Experience with SEND

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Childcare

Job description

About Us & The Role
At Race Leys Infant School, we cater for children from 4 years to 7 years. We are a happy, forward thinking school, passionate about ensuring all children have access to the highest quality education in a safe and stimulating environment.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and hardworking Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join our fantastic team to provide either general classroom support or working with small groups of children with special education needs as when required by the school. This is an exciting time to join the Race Leys Infant School family who are on their journey to improving learning opportunities and provision for the children. Our school community deserves the absolute best and our Co-Headteachers and staff have been on a rapid school improvement journey. We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated Teaching Assistant to help all of our learners thrive. If you are a great Teaching Assistant and have a desire to make a difference in the lives of our children, please apply.

The contract is permanent to commence at the start of the 25/26 academic year and is term time only with 5 teacher training days per academic year (39 weeks in total). The hours will be 27.5 hours per week, 8.40am – 3.10pm, Monday – Friday.

Key Requirements:
We are looking for a Teaching Assistant who:

• Has an NVQ Level 2 childcare related qualification (or equivalent).
• Has a good understanding of how children learn and develop.
• Ideally has experience of working in a primary school.
• Is able to support the class teacher in meeting the needs of all children.
• Is able to work with individuals and small groups of children.
• Is able to plan programmes of work for focus groups of pupils under the direction of the class teacher and SENCO.
• Is motivated, enthusiastic and adaptable.
• Can show initiative and is able to work as part of a team.
• Has excellent communication skills.
• Experience of supporting SEND would be an advantage but is not essential.

In return we can offer:

• Children who are eager to learn.
• A forward-looking school with high expectations of all.
• A welcoming, supportive and committed staff team.
• A positive and encouraging environment in which to work and learn.
• Opportunities to develop professionally.

How to apply/ Additional Information
Visits are warmly welcomed and encouraged. For queries in regards to this post, please contact our Co-Headteachers, Jen Langtree and Louise Duncan at [e-mail]

The application pack is available to download from this site or can be requested from the school office ([e-mail], Tel [phone]).

Completed application forms to be sent and marked for the attention of Mrs L Grant, School Business Manager
Race Leys Infant School
Hurst Rd
Bedworth
CV12 8AD

Or emailed to [e-mail]

Please note we do not accept CV's and will only accept the Warwickshire County Council school application form. We only accept applications made directly to school by candidates via our application process and not via recruitment agencies.

Closing Date is Wednesday 21^st May 2025 at 12pm and shortlisting will take place shortly afterwards. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by 23^rd May 2025. Interviews will take place after May half term on Wednesday 4^th June 2025 (am).

Only those shortlisted for interview will be contacted further and invitations will be sent by email so please ensure you provide an email address in your application to be contacted on should you be shortlisted.

RACE LEYS INFANT SCHOOL is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services (DBS) check, a barred list check and Disqualification Declaration. The job role you are applying for is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020) which requires you to disclose all spent convictions and cautions except those which are ‘protected’ under Police Act 1997 – Part V and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 and 2020).