Teaching Assistant Level 2

Sefton; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Forefield Junior School in Nottinghamshire is seeking a Teaching Assistant Level 2 to join our team on a permanent basis. The role is part time/term time, 31.67 hours per week, with NJC Band D, Point 5-6.

The successful candidate will support learning activities and help create a safe, engaging environment for pupils, contributing to high standards of classroom practice and inclusive education. You will work closely with teachers, assist with small groups, monitor progress, and ensure

Responsibilities

• Make a positive difference in young people’s lives.

Job description

• Location: Forefield Junior School
• Contract: Permanent
• Working Pattern: Part Time/Term Time
• Hours: 31.67 hours per week.
• Closing Date: 20/11/2026 at 23:59
• Reference: 01840

Forefield Junior School part of Mersey View Learning Trust.

Teaching Assistant Level 2, 31.67 hours per week - NJC Band D, Point 5-6

Forefield Junior Schoolis looking to appoint a talented and enthusiastic candidate who would like to make a positive difference in young people’s lives.

Please see attached job descriptions for further details.

Please visit Mersey View Learning Trust’s website for further details.

The Trust is required under law and guidance to check the criminal background of all employees. Decisions to appoint will be subject to consideration of an Enhanced Disclosure, including a Barred List check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Because of the nature of the work for which you are applying this post is except from the rehabilitation of offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).

The amendments to the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020) provides that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain convictions and cautions are considered 'protected'. This means that they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance on whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website which can be accessed here:

Successful applicants will be required to complete a confidential medical questionnaire and may be required to undergo a medical examination.

The Trust may carry out an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence and in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. This may help identify incidents or issues that have happened and are publicly available online, which we may wish to explore with you at interview.