Teaching Assistant Level 2

Hartsholme Academy; Bracebridge; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Hartsholme Academy in Bracebridge is seeking a Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team on a 32.5-hour, term-time contract until 31 August 2027. The role supports across age ranges to enable pupils to access the curriculum and develop independence.

You will help with learning activities, personal care and mobility where needed, build strong relationships with children, and provide timely feedback to teachers on progress.

Qualifications

• GCSE Grade C or equivalent in English and Maths.
• Experience in an educational environment.
• Experience supporting children with SEND is an advantage.
• Strong communication and the ability to work unsupervised using your own initiative.

Responsibilities

• Support or lead activities for individuals or small groups, such as phonics, to help pupils achieve learning goals.
• Assist with personal care and mobility to encourage pupil growth, confidence and self-esteem.
• Establish trusting bonds to promote social, emotional, and educational development.
• Provide vital feedback to teachers on pupil progress and help prepare a stimulating classroom environment

Skills

Active listening

Verbal communication

Initiative

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our Vision to empower and inspire children, adults and communities to be ambitious, healthy and kind, dedicated to making our world a better place.

Our Fantastic Five Values

D - Harbour children deserve joyful (delight)schools that ignite creativity and learning through play. We invest in colleagues to ensure success and promote lifelong well-being for everyone.

A - We recruit the best colleagues and nurture talent in safe environments, inspiring our children to strive for excellence (ambition). By learning from the best, we improve and give back to our communities.

N - Harbour schools are rooted in care, valuing respect and empathy (nurture). We create supportive environments where children and colleagues thrive, preparing them for the future.

C - We promote pride, inclusion, and civic responsibility, celebrating diversity and community. Colleagues will experience belonging through collaboration, well-being, and continuous development.

E - Success comes when colleagues are empowered to innovate, take risks, and learn from failure. At Harbour, we encourage creativity and collaboration, helping both children and colleagues achieve their goals.

Our Magnificent Seven Behaviours

We will act with integrity, honesty and transparency in all that we do
We will trust our fellow professionals and value their skills and knowledge
We will work collaboratively and encourage others to do the same
We will work inclusively, building and celebrating inclusive and diverse communities
We will be kind to ourselves and in all our dealings with others, acting with
compassion and empathy
We will communicate regularly and with clarity with our stakeholders and with each other, welcoming and reflecting on constructive feedback from others

We will be aspirational for all, wanting the best for ourselves and for everyone

Job title: Level 2, Teaching Assistant

Contract: 32.5 hours per week, Term Time only plus 5 days ( Fixed term until 31/08/2027)

Salary Scale: Scale 2 Pts 3 -4 £25,614 - £26,016 (FTE)

Actual Pro-Rata Salary: £19,158 - £19,458

Interview date: To be confirmed

Start date: ASAP

What does a Teaching Assistant do?

You will be part of a team working across the age range to provide essential support. You are there to help children access the curriculum, develop their independence, and ensure their physical, social, and emotional needs are met.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support or lead activities for individuals or small groups, such as phonics, to help pupils achieve learning goals.
• Assist with personal care and mobility to encourage pupil growth, confidence and self-esteem.
• Establish trusting bonds to promote social, emotional, and educational development.
• Provide vital feedback to teachers on pupil progress and help prepare a stimulating classroom environment

Who We Are Looking For

At Hartsholme Academy, we don’t just teach; we aim to enthuse, inspire, and challenge every pupil in our care. We are looking for a Level 2 Teaching Assistant who shares our vision of providing a "real privilege" of an education. We are looking for someone with;

• Qualifications: GCSE Grade C or equivalent in English and Maths is essential.
• Experience: You must have experience working within an educational environment. Experience supporting children with SEND is a significant advantage.
• Skills: You possess active listening skills, strong verbal communication, and the ability to work unsupervised using your own initiative.
• Tech Savvy: Competence in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and supporting the use of technology in the classroom.

Why Join Hartsholme Academy?

Hartsholme Academy is more than a building; it is a dynamic and collaborative environment where we put the necessary time and resources into ensuring all children's needs are met. You will join a team that values your skills, encourages your professional development, and celebrates diversity.

Harbour Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to satisfactory background checks, including enhanced DBS and online searches as part of our due diligence.