Year 2 Teaching Assistant

JobsinED; City Of London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

JobsinED is helping to place a Year 2 Teaching Assistant in an outstanding Islington primary school for September 2026. You will support a Year 2 teacher, run small group literacy, numeracy and phonics interventions, and provide targeted pupil support to foster high-quality lessons.

Ideal candidates are recent graduates with strong academics (2:1+), energy, creativity, and a proactive mindset, eager to gain classroom experience before PGCE/ITT, and ready to commit for the academic year.

Qualifications

• A recent graduate with a strong academic background (2:1 or higher preferred)
• An aspiring teacher seeking exceptional classroom experience before PGCE or ITT
• Someone with natural energy, creativity, and a proactive mindset
• Passionate about early education and nurturing young learners
• A confident communicator and reliable team player
• Fully committed from September through the academic year

Responsibilities

• Supporting a top-tier Year 2 teacher to deliver engaging, high-quality lessons
• Leading small group interventions in literacy, numeracy, and phonics
• Providing individualised support to pupils who need additional help
• Contributing to lesson planning, creative activities, and classroom resources
• Encouraging positive learning behaviours and pupil participation
• Monitoring progress and helping to create a joyful, high-achieving learning environment

Skills

2:1 degree

Aspiring teacher

Proactive mindset

Education

Recent graduate

Job description

Year 2 Teaching Assistant - Join a World-Class School in Islington this September

Are you an ambitious graduate with dreams of becoming an outstanding primary teacher? This Year 2 Teaching Assistant role is a phenomenal opportunity to immerse yourself in a world-class learning environment within one of London's most inspiring new schools, located in Islington.

Set in the heart of Islington and part of an Outstanding-rated multi-academy trust, this school is setting new benchmarks for excellence in education. You'll be supporting a brilliant Year 2 teacher, gaining unparalleled insight into effective teaching and outstanding classroom practice. It's a role that promises development, impact, and genuine inspiration every single day.

Key Highlights:

• Year 2 Teaching Assistant role in a state-of-the-art primary school
• Up to £115 per day | Full-time | Term-time only
• Based in Islington, North London with Excellent Commuting Links
• Start Date: September 2026
• Part of a nationally renowned multi-academy trust rated 'Outstanding'
• Exceptional CPD and direct pathways to teacher training
• Perfect for high-achieving graduates passionate about education
• Immediate interviews for September start

What You'll Be Doing:

• Supporting a top-tier Year 2 teacher to deliver engaging, high-quality lessons
• Leading small group interventions in literacy, numeracy, and phonics
• Providing individualised support to pupils who need additional help
• Contributing to lesson planning, creative activities, and classroom resources
• Encouraging positive learning behaviours and pupil participation
• Monitoring progress and helping to create a joyful, high-achieving learning environment

Ideal Year 2 Teaching Assistant for this Islington School:

• A recent graduate with a strong academic background (2:1 or higher preferred)
• An aspiring teacher seeking exceptional classroom experience before PGCE or ITT
• Someone with natural energy, creativity, and a proactive mindset
• Passionate about early education and nurturing young learners
• A confident communicator and reliable team player
• Fully committed from September through the academic year

Why Join This Islington School?:

• Work in one of North London's most exciting and forward-thinking schools
• Join an Outstanding trust with a nationally recognised reputation for excellence
• Receive elite-level training and ongoing CPD from expert educators
• Be mentored by highly accomplished teachers and school leaders
• Thrive in a school culture built on collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity
• Take your first step toward a long-term, successful teaching career

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate Year 2 Teaching Assistant to gain long-term experience in a top Islington school