Teaching Assistant - Level 2

Derby City Council; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Derby City Council - Stonehill Nursery School in Derby is seeking a Teaching Assistant Level 2 to join during term-time. This 37-hour week role is temporary for 2 terms, with a possible extension to 3 terms, 39 weeks per year, to support high-quality EYFS provision and promote strong outcomes for all pupils.

Visits are encouraged; the closing date is 09:00 on 12 June 2026 and provisional interviews are on 18 June 2026.

Job description

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Job details

Job title Teaching Assistant - Level 2 Job reference 000012517 Date posted 29/09/2026 Application closing date 03/11/2026 Working Pattern Term time Salary Grade E - £28,608 - £30,515 a year pro-rata - Actual Starting Salary £24,715 a year Contractual hours 37 Basis Term-time full time temporary Job category/type School Support Attachments Blank Job description

Location: Stonehill Nursery School Hours: 37 hours a week Contract type: Temporary for 2 Terms, Possibility of 3 Terms, Term-Time, 39 weeks a year

Stonehill Nursery School is a vibrant nursery federated with Dale Community Primary School and is located in the heart of the city. We are well-established and popular schools with rising standards and high morale amongst our staff. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented member of staff to join our provision at Stonehill Nursery School. The successful candidate should be an excellent practitioner who can deliver quality EYFS provision and ensure the best outcomes for all of our pupils. Visits to the school are encouraged.

For further details or to book a visit please contact the Stonehill Nursery school office on 01332 341636 or email [e-mail] Stonehill Nursery School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

The closing date for this vacancy is 09:00am Friday 12th June 2026. Any applications received after the closing date will not be accepted. Provisional Interviews: Thursday 18th June 2026