Teaching Assistant Level 2

Matthew Moss High; Castleton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent CPD

Cycle to work scheme

Supportive Senior Leadership Team

Occupational health service

Job summary

Matthew Moss High in Castleton is looking for a Teaching Assistant Level 2 to support students with Special Educational Needs and English as an Additional Language. This is a permanent role during term time, requiring 30 hours per week from September 2026. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to enhancing students' education.

Our school is known for its excellent professional development and positive working environment, making it an ideal opportunity for those interested in a career in teaching or learning support.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to relate professionally and confidently to students and staff.
• Willingness to support children with Special Educational Needs.

Responsibilities

• Support children with SEND and EAL.
• Contribute to the school's efforts in providing quality education.
• Work collaboratively with staff to enhance student learning.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Initiative

Job description

About this role

Permanent / 30 hours per week / Term time only. Required September 2026.

We are currently seeking to recruit a Teaching Assistant Level 2 to our trust school; Matthew Moss High School. The Teaching Assistant will support children with SEND and EAL.

The successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, be able to relate professionally and confidently to students and staff and be willing to contribute to the Schools work in supporting children with Special Educational Needs. This would be an ideal opportunity for a graduate interested in teaching / learning support to gain valuable experience.

Hours of employment are 8.25am to 3.05pm (including 40 minutes break for lunch which is unpaid) term time only.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about the quality of education our young people experience
• A passionate advocate and role model for CHANGE
• Somebody who thrives on responsibility and hard work, and wants to develop themselves
• Able to use your own initiative
• Willing to go the ‘extra mile’ for our young people

Why work for the Watergrove Trust and MMHS? We can offer:

• The chance to contribute towards our transformational ethos
• Excellent CPD focused on an outstanding curriculum experience
• Wonderful students who enjoy learning
• A friendly and supportive Senior Leadership Team
• The opportunity to work with highly committed and enthusiastic staff
• Subscription to occupational health provider (Smart Clinic)
• Cycle to work scheme

Matthew Moss High School is an oversubscribed school with a “Good” Ofsted judgement and an established reputation for providing excellent professional development within a culture of learning and innovation. They describe pupils’ behaviour as good. Relationships between staff and pupils are a real strength. Staff morale is high, and 96% of staff said that they are proud to be a member of staff at the school.

If you would like to arrange a visit to our school or have any other questions, please contact [e-mail]

Please complete our application form via our online portal at https://www.watergrovetrust.co.uk/vacancies/teaching-assistant-level-2-53/ by 9am on Sunday 21st June 2026.

Shortlisting will take place soon after with interviews planned Friday 26th June 2026.

Previous applicants need not apply.

Please be aware that if you are shortlisted for interview that references (and online search checks) will be sought.

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Supporting Documents

Candidate Brochure Teaching Assistant Level 2