Teaching Assistant Level 2

East Riding of Yorkshire Council; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

East Riding of Yorkshire Council is advertising an exciting opportunity at Pocklington Junior School to join as a Level 2 Teaching Assistant. This part-time post offers 30 hours per week, term-time only, with Grade 5 (SCP 5) and £26,427 FTE.

The role runs until 17 December 2027 with potential extension beyond that date, and immediate start is available. You will support teachers, assist pupils including those with additional needs, and contribute to safeguarding and the school’s ethos, within

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic, caring and committed with a passion for supporting children's learning.
• Ability to work with pupils with additional and specific needs.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills with safeguarding awareness.

Responsibilities

• Support class teachers to deliver high‑quality learning experiences and targeted interventions.
• Assist individual pupils and small groups to promote progress.
• Provide support for children with additional needs and maintain safeguarding culture.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and colleagues.

Skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Safeguarding awareness

Job description

This is an external vacancy and is not employment with East Riding of Yorkshire Council.

£18,174 per year (term time pro rata)

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Term Entry

Fixed term until 17 December 2027 (Due to Fluctuating pupil numbers)

Type Hours

Part time (30 hours per week)

Days

Monday to Friday

Address

Pocklington Junior School, 65 Kirkland Street, Pocklington, YO42 2BX

Job closes on 3 November

Interview date

Interviews are Week commencing 9 November

Service area

Service area: Academy

Job reference

Job reference: ERYC009741

Description

The job itself

30 Hours per Week | Monday to Friday | Term Time Only | Grade 5 (SCP 5) | £26,427 FTE

Fixed Term until 17 December 2027 however possibility of being extended after this date

Immediate Start Available

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our talented and dedicated team at Pocklington Junior School as a Level 2 Teaching Assistant.

Pocklington Junior School is proud to be part of the Wonder Learning Partnership Academy Trust. As a family of schools with shared values and aspirations, we work collaboratively to provide the very best education for the children in our care while maintaining our own unique identity and ethos. As part of a forward-thinking Trust, staff benefit from excellent opportunities for professional development, collaboration and career progression.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, caring and committed individual with a passion for supporting children's learning and development, particularly those with additional and specific needs. Working closely with teachers and other professionals, you will play a vital role in helping pupils achieve their full potential both academically and personally.

The successful candidate will:

• Be a positive role model who upholds and promotes the school's values and ethos.
• Work closely with class teachers to support the delivery of high-quality learning experiences and targeted interventions.
• Support individual pupils and small groups to help them make excellent progress.
• Have experience of, or a genuine passion for, supporting children with additional needs.
• Be warm, patient, nurturing and able to build positive relationships with pupils.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Have a strong understanding of safeguarding and contribute to maintaining a positive safeguarding culture.
• Deliver intervention programmes and targeted support effectively.

We can offer:

• A welcoming, supportive and forward-thinking school community.
• Friendly, dedicated and highly motivated colleagues.
• Wonderful pupils who are well-behaved, enthusiastic and proud of their school.
• The opportunity to make a real difference to children's lives.
• High-quality professional development and training opportunities.
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and career progression.
• The chance to play an important role in the continued success and development of our school.

Pocklington Junior School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory pre-employment clearances.

Join us and help make a difference to the lives and futures of our children every day.

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