Teaching Assistant / The Link Academy

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Dudley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

The Link Academy in Dudley is seeking a caring Teaching Assistant (Level 2) to join our dedicated school team. You will support pupils, including those with special educational needs, to access learning and build confidence.

Working under the SENCO and teachers, you will assist with learning activities, promote positive behaviour, and help create an engaging classroom.

Candidates should hold, or be willing to work towards, an NVQ Level 2 qualification and are welcome to apply.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have or be willing to work towards NVQ Level 2.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEN is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals and small groups to access learning.
• Promote positive behaviour in the classroom.
• Assist with learning activities and resources.
• Help create an engaging and caring classroom environment.

Skills

Pupil support

SEN support

Education

NVQ Level 2

Job description

The Link Academey are seeking a caring, enthusiastic and motivated Teaching Assistant (Level 2) to join our dedicated school team. Working under the guidance of the SENCO and classroom teachers, you will support pupils, including those with special educational needs, to access learning, develop confidence and achieve their full potential.
The role involves supporting individuals and small groups, promoting positive behaviour, assisting with learning activities, and helping to create an engaging classroom environment. Candidates should hold, or be willing to work towards, an NVQ Level 2 qualification. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in children\'s lives.

The Link Academy was praised by Ofsted in May 2026 as an “ambitious and inclusive school” where “pupils flourish.” Inspectors highlighted the academy\'s calm, respectful and supportive environment, noting that pupils feel safe, demonstrate excellent attitudes to learning and benefit from strong pastoral care. The school achieved Strong judgements in attendance and behaviour, inclusion, leadership and governance, and personal development and wellbeing, with achievement, curriculum and teaching meeting the Expected standard. Achieving four Strong judgements under Ofsted’s new inspection framework is a significant accomplishment and places the academy among a small number of schools in the region to achieve such recognition.

“2025 also saw our best % of Grade 4’s in Maths, leading to 57% of Year 11 learners leaving our Academy with a pass grade in BOTH Maths and English! The Class of 2026 are now on track to get our best English and Maths results at Grade 5+, really highlighting the continued drive to change lives of our local young people” -Mrs Edwards-Morgan.

The Trust recognises that our staff are our most value asset and investing in our people is a key strategic priority. An extensive program of staff development is operated within school and across the Trust, and this is extended to senior and middle leaders, aspiring leaders, and teaching and associate staff.

You will be joining The Link Academy at an exciting time as we continue our journey to provide first class education for the young people of Dudley

Closing date is Monday 28th September 2026 - we reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the date advertised.

All successful applicants will need to undertake an enhanced disclosure and barring service check and children and adults barred list checks, where the applicant will be employed in a regulated activity.

Dudley Academies Trust is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, including disabled, and black and ethnic minority applicants.