Year 2 Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Stockport; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An education recruitment service is seeking a passionate Year 2 Teaching Assistant in Stockport. You'll support the class teacher by planning engaging lessons and providing one-on-one assistance to help pupils thrive academically and socially. Ideal candidates will have experience with primary-aged children and possess strong interpersonal skills. This is a full-time, temporary position with potential for permanence.

Benefits

Free child protection and prevent duty training

Full assistance with DBS check

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting children in a classroom setting.
• A passion for education and child development.
• Strong team collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Year 2 teacher with lesson planning and delivery.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils.
• Encourage positive behaviour and social development.

Skills

Experience working with primary-aged children

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Patience

Enthusiasm

Proactive attitude

Ability to work collaboratively

Education

Relevant qualifications or training in education/support work

Job description

Job Vacancy: Year 2 Teaching Assistant
Location: Stockport
Position: Teaching Assistant – Year 2
Contract Type: Full-time
Start Date: ASAP

The Role:

A fantastic primary school in Stockport is looking for a passionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their Year 2 team. You’ll play a key role in supporting the class teacher to deliver engaging lessons and help pupils flourish academically, socially, and emotionally.

About the School:

This is a welcoming, inclusive school that prides itself on creating a positive and inspiring learning environment. With a strong sense of community and high teaching standards, the school is committed to helping every child reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Year 2 teacher with lesson planning and delivery
• Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils
• Encourage positive behaviour and social development
• Assist with preparing classroom resources and materials
• Monitor pupil progress and wellbeing, reporting to the teacher
• Help maintain a safe and nurturing classroom environment

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience working with primary-aged children (Year 2 experience preferred)
• A genuine passion for education and child development
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Patience, enthusiasm, and a proactive attitude
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team
• Relevant qualifications or training in education/support work (desirable but not essential)

How to Apply:

If this sounds like the perfect role for you, please send your CV today!

Teaching Personnel is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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