Teaching Assistant Level 2 (TV16226)

Wmjobs; Walsall; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Short Heath Federation is seeking a Level 2 Teaching Assistant (Term Time Only) to join Lane Head Nursery School. This role offers 32.5 hours per week with pro-rata salary scales for term time. The post supports early years development within the EYFS framework, including work with children with additional needs and collaboration with families and SENCo.

The position starts January 2027, with a closing date of 5 November 2026 and DBS checks as part of pre-employment clearances.

Qualifications

• Experience with observing and assessing children’s learning.
• Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Experience supporting children with additional needs.
• Ability to work with the SENCo and external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate high-quality interactions that support children's learning and development.
• Lead by example, modelling excellent early years practice.
• Build positive, nurturing relationships with children and their families.
• Support children with identified high needs, adapting provision for inclusive inclusion.
• Work with the SENCo, families and external professionals to implement progress strategies.
• Remain calm, organised and solution-focused in a busy nursery environment.
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children.
• Champion inclusion and ensure every child feels valued and able to succeed.

Skills

EYFS Knowledge

Observing & Assessing Learning

SEN Support

Communication with Families

Safeguarding

Job description

Short Heath Federation

Level 2 Teaching Assistant, Term Time Only to work initially at:

Lane Head Nursery School

32.5 hrs a week

Grade G4 £27,274 - £29,071 Pro-Rata to hours worked.

Actual Salary from £18,872 per annum £14.14-£15.07 per hour

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and dedicated Early Years Teaching Assistant to join our nursery team during a significant period of growth and development.

Following the recent expansion of our nursery provision to welcome 2-year-olds, we are looking for a skilled Early Years practitioner to work alongside our experienced and supportive team, helping to create a nurturing environment where every child can thrive and achieve their full potential.

We are seeking someone who has a strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, sound knowledge of child development within both the birth to three age phase and the 3-4 years age phase, and experience of observing and assessing children's learning.

We are particularly interested in candidates who have experience of supporting children with additional needs and are passionate about ensuring that all children, regardless of their starting points, have the opportunity to flourish. The successful candidate will play an important role in providing nurturing, individualised support for some children with identified high needs, working collaboratively with families, the SENCo and external agencies to secure the best possible outcomes.

We are looking for someone who can:

• Demonstrate high-quality interactions that support children's learning and development.
• Lead by example, modelling excellent early years practice.
• Build positive, nurturing relationships with children and their families.
• Support children with identified high needs, adapting provision to meet their individual developmental, communication and sensory needs while promoting inclusion and participation.
• Work closely with the SENCo, families and external professionals to implement strategies that help children make progress and thrive.
• Remain calm, organised and solution-focused when faced with the daily challenges of a busy nursery environment.
• Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children.
• Champion inclusion and ensure every child feels valued, supported and able to succeed.

About Us

Our nursery is a warm, welcoming and inclusive environment where children feel safe, respected and cared for. Strong relationships are at the heart of everything we do, recognised by our community and OFSTED.

We believe that children learn best when they feel secure, happy and confident. Through consistent routines, clear expectations and responsive adults, we help children develop a sense of belonging and independence.

We encourage children to make choices, follow their interests and become active participants in their own learning. Our curriculum promotes curiosity, creativity and a love of learning, while ensuring that every child experiences success.

This role offers the opportunity to work alongside a dedicated and supportive team, contribute to our expanding provision and make a genuine difference to children's early experiences and outcomes.

Short Heath Federation is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, keeping children safe in education and promoting British Values in school and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The post is subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure check and a completed Disqualification by Association form, along with relevant pre-employment checks, including two suitable professional references.

Closing date for applications is 5th November 2026

Starting date for role: January 2027