Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Level 2 Teaching Assistant
Location: Bedfordshire
School Type: Secondary School
Contract: Full-time / Part-time (please specify)
Salary: Competitive, based on experience and school pay scale
Start Date: September 2025

About Us

We are supporting a thriving secondary school located in Bedfordshire, committed to providing an inclusive, supportive, and dynamic learning environment for all students. We believe in nurturing each student’s potential and supporting their educational journey with dedicated staff who are passionate about making a difference.

The Role

We are looking for a motivated and caring Level 2 Teaching Assistant to be shortlisted for the opportunity and join the support staff network of this large Secondary School hosting over 1200 pupils. You will work closely with teachers to support student learning and development, particularly assisting students with additional needs. This role is vital in helping students access the curriculum and achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting students’ learning in and out of the classroom

• Assisting with the delivery of planned learning activities

• Supporting students with special educational needs or disabilities

• Helping to maintain a positive and safe learning environment

• Assisting with supervision during breaks and lunchtime as required

• Contributing to the monitoring and reporting of student progress

• Working collaboratively with teachers and other staff members

Person Specification

• Experience working with children or young people, preferably in a Secondary school setting

• Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent experience

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Patience, empathy, and a genuine interest in supporting young people

• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students

Benefits of working with Teaching Personnel:

✓ Become part of the UK's leading education staffing provider 
✓ Competitive payment package
✓ Paid weekly
✓ Opportunities for professional development and growth with our highly effective CPD Academy
✓ Be part of a 12 week flexible probationary period, with the flexibility to leave if the school isnt the right fit for you
✓ Dedicated and Experienced Secondary Consultant (4+ of experience working in the area) as your point of contact for opportunities and to manage your experience working with Teaching Personnel
✓ An established agency remaining open during COVID and furloughing our Teachers, with over 80+ branches nationwide
✓ Guidance for Graduates who are seeking their first role in education as part of our Future Teachers Programme

Like the sound of this role?

We look forward to your application!

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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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