Teaching Assistant Level 2

eTeach UK Limited; Ludlow; On-site; GBP 3,600 - 3,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Automatic pay progression

26 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

Special leave provisions

Salary sacrifice schemes

Job summary

Clee Hill Community Academy is seeking a Teaching Assistant Level 2 to support Nursery learners. You will work with teachers and the SENCO to boost attainment, especially for pupils with language needs.

The role requires a Level 2 qualification or progression toward it, strong interpersonal skills, and a caring, patient approach. It reports to the Headteacher and may offer extra hours as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience with children under 5 and EYFS curriculum is preferred.
• Willingness to study for Level 2 qualification.
• Understanding of how children learn and developmental processes.
• Patience, empathy and positive attitude are essential.
• Knowledge of Child Protection policies is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support learning with class teachers and SENCO.
• Assist pupils with language difficulties in the nursery.
• Promote independence, self-esteem and social inclusion.
• Help pupils access the curriculum and participate in activities.

Skills

EYFS understanding

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Literacy skills

Numeracy skills

Child protection awareness

Team collaboration

Education

Level 2 qualification

Job description

Job title: Teaching Assistant Level 2Job location: Clee Hill Community AcademySalary: Scale TA2 points 5 – 6 £26,427 - £26,847 pro rata for hours and weeks worked. Actual salary for this role will be £3,591.56 - £3,648.64Contract: PermanentHours: 6.00 hours per week, 8.40 am – 3.10 pm Thursday (with a 30 minute unpaid lunch break), term time onlyClosing date: 9.00 am Monday 23rd November 2026Are you ready to make a difference in an organisation where ambition, collaboration, and innovation drive every decision?

About the role:

We are looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant Level 2 to work in our Nursery setting.

• Working with class teachers and the SENCO to support the learning and attainment of pupils.
• Supporting pupils with language difficulties within the nursery setting.
• Promoting pupils’ independence, self-esteem and social inclusion.
• Give support to ensure they can access the curriculum, take part in learning and experience a sense of achievement.

About you:

• Previous experience in working with children under 5 and a good understanding of the EYFS curriculum.
• Or be working towards or agreeing to study for a level two qualification.
• An understanding of how children learn and the complexities of this process.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a positive attitude.
• An understanding of Child Protection policies.
• Patience and empathy towards pupils.
• Good command of literacy and numeracy.

This role reports to the Headteacher.

There may be opportunities for additional hours in the future depending on the needs of the setting.

Why join us?

As part of our Trust you will have:

• Opportunities to be part of a collaborative culture whereby you are part of a network where schools and staff work together to excel.
• Quality resources and a rich environment, to enable you to develop a personalised approach for every student you teach.
• A culture of lifelong learning, emphasising professional growth where your own ambitions are actively encouraged and supported.
• A safe and positive physical and psychological environment that welcomes diversity and actively promotes wellbeing.

We also recognise that successful people place value on the range of benefits associated with their careers. As your future employer we place value on these too, that is why we are proud to offer:

• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Automatic pay progression for those on our main, upper and support staff pay ranges.
• Attractive annual leave entitlement for our full year employees starting at 26 days + Bank Holidays.
• Access to a range of paid special leave provisions to help with life’s emergencies, unpredictable events and significant occasions.
• A wealth of benefits and salary sacrifice schemes.

About us:

Our school is located in the small South Shropshire town of Clee Hill which is surrounded by rolling hills and beautiful countryside. We currently have 160 children organised into 6 classes. We are proud of the welcoming and friendly atmosphere of the school, where children work co-operatively to achieve the very best they possibly can in all areas of the curriculum.

We are part of Four Stones Gateway Trust, a family of like-minded schools, who work collaboratively to provide mutual support, share best practice, and learning from one another to achieve the core purpose: to provide excellence and opportunity for all. Our work is underpinned by our core values of: Ambition, Commitment, Creativity, and Integrity and a relentless focus on achieving our Trust Dividend to ensure opportunity and success for all by transforming lives through high quality education.

Your Application:

Diversity, equality and inclusion are at the heart of what we value as an organisation. We are an equal opportunities employer and all qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability or any other status protected by law.

We are also fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. As part of our requirements under Keeping Children Safe in Education pre-employment checks we will undertake. This role has the opportunity for regular contact with our children and young people and therefore this position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and an enhanced DBS will be required for the successful candidate.

Hourly rate £15.10 (incl holiday allowance)