Teaching Assistant Level 2

The Methodist Church in Britain; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Inclusive education commitment

Supportive school community

Job summary

Harlescott Junior School is seeking a Level 2 Teaching Assistant to support pupils across Key Stage 2, working with class teachers and the SEND team. The role focuses on targeted interventions and promoting learning, wellbeing and social development in a supportive classroom environment.

The post is permanent and term-time only, 28.45 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Enhanced DBS clearance and safeguarding checks are required.

Qualifications

• Level 2 qualification or equivalent.
• Experience working with children in a school setting.
• Commitment to inclusive practice and pupil wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils' learning across Key Stage 2 with class teachers and the SEND team.
• Deliver targeted interventions for pupils.
• Support pupils' emotional wellbeing and social development.
• Assist with classroom activities.
• Help create a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment.

Skills

Inclusive practice

Pupil wellbeing

Teamwork

Independent working

Education

Level 2 qualification

Job description

This permanent Level 2 teaching assistant post sits at Harlescott Junior School, supporting pupils across Key Stage 2 alongside class teachers and the SEND team. The work centres on helping deliver targeted interventions and supporting pupils' learning, emotional wellbeing and social development in class. It is term-time only, at 28.45 hours a week Monday to Friday, and the post is subject to enhanced DBS clearance. Visa sponsorship is not available.

What the job involves

• Support pupils' learning across Key Stage 2 with class teachers and the SEND team
• Deliver targeted interventions for pupils
• Support pupils' emotional wellbeing and social development
• Assist with classroom activities
• Help create a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment

What’s required

Qualifications

• Level 2 qualification or equivalent

Experience

• Experience working with children in a school setting

Skills & knowledge

• Commitment to inclusive practice and pupil wellbeing
• Flexible, patient and proactive in supporting learning
• Works effectively as part of a team and independently
• Shares the trust's commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check
• References and other pre-employment checks
• Disclosure of criminal records, sanctions and disqualifications at shortlisting

What’s offered

• A welcoming and supportive school community
• Opportunities for professional development
• A strong commitment to inclusive education and continuous improvement