Teaching Assistant (Level 2) - Maths and English

The Bedford College Group; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 25,585 - 30,915; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

People’s pension

Retail and Leisure Discounts

Excellent professional development opportunities

Access to college courses

Job summary

The Bedford College Group is seeking a Teaching Assistant (Level 2) in Maths and English at Tresham College, covering Kettering, Corby, and Wellingborough Campuses. This role offers a salary between £25,585 and £30,915 per annum (Pro-Rata) based on experience and qualifications.

You will assist learners in engaging with English and Maths, support learners with additional needs, and collaborate closely with tutors and support teams. This role is permanent and term-time only.

Qualifications

• GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
• Level 3 qualification in English and Maths for effective delivery.
• Experience supporting learners in an educational setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide in‑class assistance for learners studying English and Maths.
• Support learners with additional needs through one‑to‑one interventions.
• Assist with preparing learning resources and supporting assessment activities.

Skills

Classroom Learning Support

Communication

Teamwork

Learner Support Experience

Basic IT skills

Education

GCSE in English and Maths

Level 3 qualification in English and Maths

Job description

Role

Role: Teaching Assistant (Level 2) – Maths and English

Location

Location: Tresham College – Kettering, Corby and Wellingborough Campuses

Salary/Benefits

Salary/Benefits: Salary is between £25,585 and £30,915 per annum (Pro‑Rata) DOE and Qualifications, People’s pension, Retail and Leisure Discounts, excellent professional and personal development opportunities, accessing college courses.

Hours/Weeks

Hours/Weeks: 37 hours per week – 36 weeks per year

Contract Type

Contract Type: Permanent – Term Time

Eligibility

UK based contract. Requires Right to Work in the UK. No sponsorship offered.

About The Role

We are currently seeking a Teaching Assistant (Level 2) in Maths and English to join our English and Maths department at The Bedford College Group.

As a Teaching Assistant (Level 2), you play an important role in the success of our students through:

• Classroom Learning Support – Provide in‑class assistance for learners studying English and Maths (GCSE and Functional Skills), reinforcing learning and helping students engage positively.
• Targeted Learner Support – Support learners with additional needs, including those with EHCPs, through one‑to‑one and small‑group interventions under the guidance of teaching and SEND staff.
• Preparation & Progress Monitoring – Assist with preparing learning resources, supporting assessment activities and helping monitor, record and report learner progress as directed.
• Collaboration & Learner Engagement – Work closely with tutors, support teams and managers to promote attendance, positive behaviour, inclusion and use of digital learning platforms.
• Professional & Statutory Responsibilities – Maintain confidentiality, participate in training and team activities, and uphold safeguarding, equality, diversity, inclusion and health & safety requirements.

About You

• Qualifications & Subject Knowledge – GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths, plus a Level 3 qualification in English and Maths to support effective delivery.
• Learner Support Experience – Experience supporting learners in an educational setting with the ability to contribute effectively to teaching and learning.
• Communication & Teamwork – Strong interpersonal and communication skills, able to work both independently and collaboratively within a teaching team.
• Professionalism & Learner Focus – Flexible, supportive and learner‑centred approach, committed to equality, diversity, inclusion and adapting to learner needs across timetabled sessions.
• Development & Compliance – Basic IT skills, willingness to undertake training and CPD, and suitability for the role subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Core Values

Successful candidates must also be able to demonstrate alignment to our organisational VISION values:

• Valuing Teamwork – We are one team who by working together can achieve great things, respecting the opinion and valuing the contribution each of us makes.
• Improving Continuously – We challenge ourselves to always do better by trying new things, sharing knowledge, reflecting on practice and learning from others.
• Student Centred – At our heart is always doing what is best for our students. We consider students in all of our decision making to create positive outcomes and memorable experiences for every student.
• Inclusive – We celebrate differences and diversity, recognising that we can learn from each other.
• Open and Caring – We care about the wellbeing of our staff, our students, our community and wider society, creating an environment built on trust where we listen, engage with and support each other.
• Nurturing Education Excellence – We promote educational excellence by delivering programmes that challenge our students to achieve their ambitions.

Safeguarding and Vetting

The Bedford College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a thorough vetting process which includes an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Bedford College Group's policy on Employment of Ex‑Offenders is attached to this vacancy. Candidates who are barred from working with children are reminded it is a criminal offence to apply for this post.