Level 2 Teaching Assistant
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Level 2 Teaching Assistant – Year 6 (KS2)
Full-Time | Term Time Only | Penwortham
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Level 2 Teaching Assistant to support within a Year 6 (KS2) classroom at a welcoming and highly regarded Primary School in Preston.
This is a full-time, term-time role, working Monday to Friday, 8:45am – 3:15pm.
The school has built an excellent reputation both within the local community and beyond. The Head Teacher and Senior Leadership Team pride themselves on maintaining strong, open communication with both staff and parents, creating a positive and supportive environment. Their core focus is ensuring that pupils are happy, engaged, and enjoy their learning.
About the Role:
Year 6 is a pivotal stage in pupils’ education, and this role is ideally suited to a confident and experienced Teaching Assistant who can provide high-quality classroom support. You will work closely with the class teacher to support pupils academically and emotionally, helping them prepare for the transition to secondary school.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supporting teaching and learning across the Year 6 curriculum
- Providing targeted support in Maths and English
- Working with small groups and on a 1:1 basis where required
- Assisting with SATs preparation and intervention sessions
- Promoting a positive and inclusive learning environment
Requirements:
- Minimum Level 2 qualification in Childcare, Teaching Assistant, or a relevant field
- Proven experience supporting within a KS2 classroom
- Strong knowledge of the KS2 Maths and English curriculum
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A proactive, flexible, and supportive approach
What We Offer:
- A supportive and welcoming school environment
- Strong leadership and clear communication from SLT
- An opportunity to make a real impact in a crucial year group
- A collaborative and friendly staff team
We welcome applications from enthusiastic and committed individuals who are passionate about supporting children’s learning and development, particularly at this important stage in their education.
Apply today to become part of a school where pupils truly enjoy learning and staff feel valued.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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