Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Purley Oaks Primary School

primary Teaching Assistant – Level 2
Location: Anywhere
Contract type: Full time
Salary range: See main advert
Posted 4 weeks ago

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Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Hours: 25 hours per week

Required for: 2nd September 2026

Contract: Permanent Role

Salary: Level 2 TA – Grade 3 – Scale point 5 to 7, approximate pro rata salary:

£18,191 to £18,718 (£29,436 to £30,288 full time equivalent)

We are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant for September 2026. The role will be to work in class supporting the learning in all areas of the curriculum and supervising the children at lunchtimes. These posts require individuals with a love of working with children and a commitment to the school’s vision of striving for excellence.

As a classroom TA you will be working with a range of children, including those who may need additional support to overcome barriers to their learning, as well as assisting the class teacher.

Essential skills and abilities:

· NVQ level 2 or equivalent qualifications or experience

· Minimum GCSE grade C/4 in English and maths

· Experience of working with children with SEND

· Excellent ICT skills

· Good understanding of child development and learning

· Excellent communication skills

· A valid working visa/legal right to work in the UK