Teaching Assistant - Level 2

Eckington School; Killamarsh; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Eckington School in Derbyshire is seeking a Teaching Assistant Level 2 to support pupils with literacy and numeracy needs. The role is part-time and temporary, with funded pro rata salary according to full-time equivalent.

You will contribute to planning, delivering and assessing interventions, using strong numeracy and literacy skills and excellent communication to help students realise their potential. The position requires GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4 or above, with evidence of

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4 or above (or equivalent).
• Excellent numeracy and literacy skills and strong interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to plan, assess and deliver literacy or numeracy interventions.

Responsibilities

• Plan, assess and deliver literacy or numeracy interventions.
• Support pupils to realise their potential through targeted activities.

Skills

Numeracy

Literacy

Interpersonal skills

Interventions

Education

GCSE Maths & English (Grade 4+)

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Level 2 at Eckington School

Job Reference #
EDV/2026/ES/04726

Location
Dronfield Road, Sheffield, Derbyshire, S21 4GN

Contract Type
Temporary

Contract Term
Part-Time

Salary
£26,427.00 - £26,847.00 Annually (FTE)
£26,427 - £26,847 (pro rata £19,659 - £19,971)

Closing Date
Midnight, Sun 4th Oct, 2026

Start Date
As soon as possible

Positions Available
1

Interview Date(s)
w/b 12th October 2026

About this Role

In addition to excellent numeracy and literacy skills the essential requirements are excellent communication, inter-personal skills, the ability to plan, assess and deliver literacy or numeracy interventions and a desire to work with young people helping them to realise their potential.

This role requires candidates to have GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4 or above (or equivalent). The successful candidate will be expected to provide evidence of their GCSE certificates.