Teaching assistant Level 2
| Posting date: | 13 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 22 January 2026 |
| Location: | Birmingham, West Midlands, B29 4JT |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | ace2c838-e12b-48e7-9c5e-3691daacffc9 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
You will need to be qualified to NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent)and EY qualification is desirable. SEND and EYFS experience is also a desirable quality and the candidate must have good interpersonal skills, ICT skills and enjoy working with children. You will be required to support lunchtime duties.
We are looking to appoint enthusiastic and highly motivated teaching assistants who are:
• Creative thinker, passionate, committed and have the determination to secure the best possible outcomes for every child
• Energetic, positive and have the ability to work effectively as part of our team
• Willing to go the extra mile to make great things happen for our children.
What the school offers its staff
Competitive pay scales
Transparent Salary Framework: We offer clear and transparent pay scales, aligned to government recommended pay, that reflect your experience and expertise.
Annual Pay Review: Commitment to regular reviews to ensure our salaries remain aligned to government recommended scales for teaching and non-teaching staff.
Generous Pension Scheme
Teachers' Pension Scheme: Benefit from one of the most generous pension schemes in the UK.
Local Government Pension Scheme: Our support staff are enrolled in the LGPS, which is a secure and flexible pension plan that provides a valuable package of retirement and death in service benefits
Employer Contributions: We make significant employer contributions to your pension, helping you plan for the future with confidence.
Professional development
Tailored Growth: Benefit from our bespoke professional development programmes, designed to help you reach your career goals.
Access to over 100 tailored CPD courses through a mix of flexible webinars and online or face to face opportunities
Opportunities to network with likeminded individuals- through networks, meetings and our annual Whole Trust Conference.
Leadership Opportunities: With a clear pathway for progression, you have the chance to advance into leadership roles within our trust – teaching and non-teaching
Well -being and support
Work-Life Balance: We support a healthy work-life balance with flexible working options and a commitment to you through our Flexible Working Policy and People Strategy
Health and Wellness: Access to our comprehensive wellbeing and benefits scheme which includes counselling services, access to Doctor, Nurse and Physio support, online wellbeing and exercise sessions, discounts on gym membership, cycle to work scheme and lifestyle voucher scheme
Paid expenses in line with HMRC guidance – and access to free parking on site at our schools
Dedicated technology – To enable to to fulfil your role effectively
Dedicated shared working spaces allowing colleagues to collaborate and work in way that suits them
Generous holiday allowance – many of our roles are term time only contracts
Community and Culture
Collaborative Environment: Thrive in our culture of teamwork and support, where ideas are shared and successes celebrated.
Community Impact: Make a real difference in our local communities through various outreach and engagement activities and events
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
You will need to be qualified to NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent)and EY qualification is desirable. SEND and EYFS experience is also a desirable quality and the candidate must have good interpersonal skills, ICT skills and enjoy working with children. You will be required to support lunchtime duties.
We are looking to appoint enthusiastic and highly motivated teaching assistants who are:
• Creative thinker, passionate, committed and have the determination to secure the best possible outcomes for every child
• Energetic, positive and have the ability to work effectively as part of our team
• Willing to go the extra mile to make great things happen for our children.
What the school offers its staff
Competitive pay scales
Transparent Salary Framework: We offer clear and transparent pay scales, aligned to government recommended pay, that reflect your experience and expertise.
Annual Pay Review: Commitment to regular reviews to ensure our salaries remain aligned to government recommended scales for teaching and non-teaching staff.
Generous Pension Scheme
Teachers' Pension Scheme: Benefit from one of the most generous pension schemes in the UK.
Local Government Pension Scheme: Our support staff are enrolled in the LGPS, which is a secure and flexible pension plan that provides a valuable package of retirement and death in service benefits
Employer Contributions: We make significant employer contributions to your pension, helping you plan for the future with confidence.
Professional development
Tailored Growth: Benefit from our bespoke professional development programmes, designed to help you reach your career goals.
Access to over 100 tailored CPD courses through a mix of flexible webinars and online or face to face opportunities
Opportunities to network with likeminded individuals- through networks, meetings and our annual Whole Trust Conference.
Leadership Opportunities: With a clear pathway for progression, you have the chance to advance into leadership roles within our trust – teaching and non-teaching
Well -being and support
Work-Life Balance: We support a healthy work-life balance with flexible working options and a commitment to you through our Flexible Working Policy and People Strategy
Health and Wellness: Access to our comprehensive wellbeing and benefits scheme which includes counselling services, access to Doctor, Nurse and Physio support, online wellbeing and exercise sessions, discounts on gym membership, cycle to work scheme and lifestyle voucher scheme
Paid expenses in line with HMRC guidance – and access to free parking on site at our schools
Dedicated technology – To enable to to fulfil your role effectively
Dedicated shared working spaces allowing colleagues to collaborate and work in way that suits them
Generous holiday allowance – many of our roles are term time only contracts
Community and Culture
Collaborative Environment: Thrive in our culture of teamwork and support, where ideas are shared and successes celebrated.
Community Impact: Make a real difference in our local communities through various outreach and engagement activities and events
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.