Teaching Assistant Level 2

TN United Kingdom; Salford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Level 2 Teaching Assistant for a fixed-term position starting in September 2025. This role offers a chance to work in a warm and inclusive primary school, known for its commitment to excellence in education and staff development. The successful candidate will join a supportive team and play a vital role in nurturing young minds, particularly those with additional needs. If you are passionate about making a difference in children's lives and possess the necessary qualifications, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Career Development Opportunities

Supportive Families

Friendly Governing Board

Dedicated Team

Passionate Head Teacher

Qualifications

• Qualified and experienced TA2 with a passion for education.
• Experience working with children with additional languages and SEND.

Responsibilities

• Support Year 2 and 3 students in their learning journey.
• Enhance the learning environment with flexibility and adaptability.

Skills

Teaching Assistance

Phonics Teaching

Experience with SEND

Flexibility and Adaptability

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant Qualification

Job description

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Teaching Assistant Level 2 (Fixed Term) - Required for September 2025

St. Andrew’s CE Primary School is a warm, friendly, and inclusive school at the heart of our diverse local community. We are committed to ensuring our children believe in themselves and achieve their very best. The school received a ‘Good’ rating from OFSTED in 2023, along with positive SIAMs report, LPPA re-accreditation, and School of Sanctuary status. Due to the retirement of the current postholder, we are seeking a TA2 for Year 2 and 3.

What can we offer you?

• The very best children in Salford!
• Supportive families
• A dedicated, hard-working team committed to children and each other
• A head teacher passionate about providing excellent education and staff development
• Opportunities for career development
• A friendly, supportive governing board

What are we looking for?

• A qualified and experienced TA2
• Experience working with children with additional languages and SEND
• Experience teaching phonics, preferably Read, Write, Inc
• Flexibility and adaptability to enhance our team

Shortlisting will take place on Thursday, 22nd May 2025, with interviews for shortlisted candidates on 5th June 2025.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will undergo an enhanced DBS check.

If you have lived or worked abroad for 3 months or more in the last 5 years, or 12 months or more in the last 10 years whilst aged 18 or over, please refer to the link below for details on obtaining your Certificates of Good Character: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants

We will not accept candidates requiring sponsorship for this position.

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