Year 2 Teaching Assistant - Compassionate & Creative Team Player

St Michael's CofE Primary Academy; Stockwell End; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

St Michael's CofE Primary Academy invites applications for a caring Teaching Assistant to support Year 2 learning. The role emphasises a restorative approach to behaviour, team collaboration, and active involvement in the school’s Christian ethos.

The post is 32.5 hours per week, fixed for the spring term. The successful candidate will demonstrate commitment to professional development, effective communication with children and parents, and a proactive, flexible approach to daily duties.

Qualifications

• Must be passionate about children's learning.
• Willing to complete continuing professional development.
• Able to work as part of a team and on own initiative.
• Excellent communication with children, colleagues, parents/carers and professionals.
• Support Year 2 students in learning activities.
• Willing to uphold the school's Christian vision and values.
• Temporary position for spring term only, starting January 2027.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning in Year 2.
• Assist with behaviour management using restorative approaches.
• Collaborate with staff and parents/carers on pupil progress.
• Contribute to the school’s inclusive, Christian ethos.
• Assist with preparation and organisation of learning activities.

Skills

Caring and compassionate

Positive behaviour management

Restorative practice

Team player

Strong communication

Creative and flexible

Job description

St Michael's CofE Primary Academy invites applications for a caring Teaching Assistant to support Year 2 learning. The role emphasises a restorative approach to behaviour, team collaboration, and active involvement in the school’s Christian ethos.

The post is 32.5 hours per week, fixed for the spring term. The successful candidate will demonstrate commitment to professional development, effective communication with children and parents, and a proactive, flexible approach to daily duties.