Teaching Assistant Level 2

Bridgnorth Endowed School; Oldbury; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridgnorth Endowed School is seeking a caring, enthusiastic Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team in Oldbury. You will work closely with class teachers to support pupils' learning and development, helping create an inclusive and engaging classroom environment.

You should hold a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent, with experience in a school setting. The role emphasizes safeguarding, teamwork and excellent communication with pupils and staff.

Qualifications

• We are seeking a Level 2 Teaching Assistant with relevant qualifications.
• Experience working with children in a school or education setting is preferred.
• Candidates should be patient, reliable and able to build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Good communication and a flexible, team-focused approach are essential.
• Commitment to safeguarding and welfare of children is required, with DBS and right-to-work checks.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils individually or in small groups to reinforce learning and progress.
• Assist the class teacher with lesson preparation, delivery and classroom organisation.
• Encourage pupils' social, emotional and behavioural development.
• Help maintain a safe, supportive and stimulating learning environment.
• Support pupils with additional needs following individual plans where appropriate.

Skills

Patience

Reliability

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic and motivated Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team. The successful candidate will work closely with class teachers to support pupils' learning and development, helping to create a positive, inclusive and engaging classroom environment., As a Level 2 Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils individually or in small groups to reinforce learning and promote progress
• Assist the class teacher with lesson preparation, delivery and classroom organisation
• Encourage pupils' social, emotional and behavioural development
• Help maintain a safe, supportive and stimulating learning environment
• Support pupils with additional needs, following individual education or support plans where appropriate

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds a relevant Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)
• Has experience working with children in a school or educational setting
• Is patient, reliable and able to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
• Demonstrates good communication skills and a flexible, team-focused approach
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, [The 3-18 Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and, where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013, 2020 and 2023). Guidance on disclosing convictions can be found on the Ministry of Justice website. Under the Immigration Act 2016, candidates for customer-facing roles must meet the necessary standard of spoken English. It is an offence to apply if barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Employment is subject to medical fitness, satisfactory references, right to work in the UK, and an Enhanced DBS check. Online social media checks will be carried out on successful applicants.]
• Bridgnorth Endowed School is part of The 3-18 Education Trust. We work collaboratively across our schools to create interesting, exciting opportunities for colleagues to share ideas, resources and expertise - making a real difference for the students and communities we serve.