Teaching Assistant (Level 2)

East Riding of Yorkshire Council; Dunswell; On-site; GBP 8,700 - 11,000; Part time

Job summary

East Riding of Yorkshire Council advertises a Fixed Term Teaching Assistant (Level 2) at Dunswell Academy, part-time, 16.25 hours per week, term-time only. Hours are 8.45–12.00, Monday to Friday, with interviews commencing the week of 19 October 2026.

The school, within Edukos Trust, serves 89 pupils and was rated Good at the last Ofsted inspection. Applicants should have GCSEs in English and Maths (or equivalent) and a TA Level 2 qualification, with SEN experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires GCSE English/Maths or equivalent.
• Must have Teaching Assistant Level 2 qualification.
• Experience working with children in an educational setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support children with a variety of needs, including SEN.
• Work as part of a teaching team with class teachers.
• Assist with classroom tasks and pupil supervision during lessons.

Skills

English proficiency

Mathematics

Patience

Adaptability

Resilience

Education

Teaching Assistant Level 2 qualification

GCSE English/Maths or equivalent

Job description

This is an external vacancy and is not employment with East Riding of Yorkshire Council.

£9,714 per year (term time pro rata)

Campaign

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Term Entry

Fixed term (Due to Budget Constraints)

Type Hours

Part time (16.25 hours per week)

Days

Monday to Friday

Address

Dunswell Academy, Beverley Road, Dunswell, HU6 0AD

Job closes on 16 October

Interview date

Interviews are Week commencing 19 October

Service area

Service area: Academy

Job reference

Job reference: ERYC009602

Description

The job itself

Fixed Term Teaching Assistant (Level 2) to work with all children including SEN children, Part-Time Term Time only role. Required: ASAP: £26,427 (13.70 per hour). Hours: Monday to Friday 8.45-12.00.

We currently have a vacancy for a Teaching Assistant (Level 2) to work as part of a team with children including SEN children at Dunswell Academy, which is part of Edukos Trust. One of the roles is full time and one is part time.

Dunswell Academy is a small school with 89 children taught across four classes. At the school's last Ofsted inspection in June 2022, it was rated Good.

We are looking for an inspirational Teaching Assistant who, as well as a good level of English and Maths (GSCE or equivalent), will also require a minimum of a Teaching Assistant Level 2 qualification and experience of working with children in an educational setting. As a school we can offer you a warm and welcoming environment with lots of opportunities for support and upskilling. This role involves supporting children with a variety of needs, some of which can present unique and sometimes challenging situations that require patience, adaptability and resilience.

Previous experience of working with children with additional needs would be desirable, as well as being confident supporting social, emotional and mental health needs and following a bespoke plan.

A full job description and person specification are attached for further information.

It is intended to hold interviews week commencing Monday 19th October 2026. Candidates are requested to submit applications by 9.00am on Friday 16th October 2026.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS clearance check.

Teaching Assistant (Level 2)