Year 2 Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Stretford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly pay

CPD Academy access

Development opportunities

Online timesheets platform

Education consultant support

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is recruiting a Year 2 Teaching Assistant for a full-time role in Salford, starting in October 2026. The school emphasizes a nurturing environment and supportive teamwork to help pupils thrive.

You will assist with literacy and numeracy, support individuals and groups, and help maintain a safe, engaging classroom that promotes pupil wellbeing and progress in Key Stage 1.

Qualifications

• A positive, patient, and proactive approach to supporting children.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A genuine passion for working with primary-aged pupils.
• The ability to adapt support to meet individual learning needs.
• Experience working within a school or educational setting (desirable but not essential).
• Confidence supporting pupils within Key Stage 1.

Responsibilities

• Supporting teaching and learning within a Year 2 classroom.
• Working with individual pupils and small groups to reinforce learning objectives.
• Assisting with literacy, numeracy, and targeted intervention sessions.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and active engagement in lessons.
• Helping to maintain a safe, organised, and stimulating learning environment.
• Supporting pupils of varying abilities, including those with additional learning needs.
• Working closely with teachers and support staff to promote pupil progress and wellbeing.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Adaptability

Education experience

Job description

Year 2 Teaching Assistant - Full-Time Opportunity

Location: Salford
Start Date: October 2026
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:30pm

About the School

Teaching Personnel is delighted to be working in partnership with a large, welcoming, and inclusive primary school in Salford to recruit a dedicated Year 2 Teaching Assistant for a full-time role starting in October.

The school prides itself on providing a supportive and nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and pupil wellbeing, staff work collaboratively to deliver high-quality learning experiences and help children reach their full potential.

About the Role

This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant to join a supportive Year 2 team. You will play an important role in helping pupils develop key skills, build confidence in their learning, and make positive progress throughout Key Stage 1.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting teaching and learning within a Year 2 classroom.
• Working with individual pupils and small groups to reinforce learning objectives.
• Assisting with literacy, numeracy, and targeted intervention sessions.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and active engagement in lessons.
• Helping to maintain a safe, organised, and stimulating learning environment.
• Supporting pupils of varying abilities, including those with additional learning needs.
• Working closely with teachers and support staff to promote pupil progress and wellbeing.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• A positive, patient, and proactive approach to supporting children.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A genuine passion for working with primary-aged pupils.
• The ability to adapt support to meet individual learning needs.
• Experience working within a school or educational setting (desirable but not essential).
• Confidence supporting pupils within Key Stage 1.

What We Offer

• Competitive weekly pay based on experience and responsibilities.
• Access to continuous professional development through our CPD Academy.
• Opportunities to work within supportive and well-regarded local schools.
• A simple and efficient online platform for timesheets and administration.
• Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant.
• Recognition and reward programmes that celebrate your contribution to education.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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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