Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Posting date:	24 September 2025
Salary:	£88.98 to £105.98 per day
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	24 October 2025
Location:	B20
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Teacheractive Limited
Job type:	Contract
Job reference:	MCHLV2TABHM1534-8985

Summary

Job Title: Level 2 Teaching Assistant
Location: Primary School, Handsworth
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:15am – 3:45pm

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join our friendly team at a Primary School in Handsworth. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children’s learning and development in a nurturing and inclusive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide classroom support to teachers and pupils across all year groups.

  
  

• Work closely with children with SEND needs, including SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health), to ensure they can access learning effectively.

  
  

• Assist with the preparation of learning materials and classroom activities.

  
  

• Support individual pupils and small groups with their learning.

  
  

• Help maintain a positive, safe, and engaging learning environment.

  
  The Ideal Candidate:

  • Holds a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).

    
    

  • Has previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant in a school setting.

    
    

  • Possesses experience or understanding of working with children with SEND, including SEMH needs.

    
    

  • Is reliable, enthusiastic, and committed to supporting children’s educational and personal development.

    
    

  • Holds a valid DBS certificate (or is willing to complete a new enhanced criminal conviction check).

    
    

  • Is able to commit to the hours of 8:15am – 3:45pm, Monday to Friday.

    
    What We Offer:

    • The chance to work as part of a supportive and welcoming school team.

      
      

    • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.

      
      

    • The opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children.

      
      

      If you are passionate about education and meet the above requirements, we would love to hear from you!

      All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.
      
      
      
      Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.
      
      
      
      Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.
      
      TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.