Teaching Assistant - Level 2

Level 2 Teaching Assistant (SEN Support)

Fixed Term Contract until 31 August 2027
Grade D SCP 7-10 (£26,403 - £27,694 FTE, pay award pending)
Actual Salary: Pro Rata
30 Hours per Week, Term Time Only
Start Date: 4 January 2027

Greswell Primary School

At Greswell Primary School, we believe that every child should excel academically, develop confidence, and become a well-rounded citizen ready for the next stage of their journey. Guided by our values of BE PROUD, we are committed to creating a nurturing, inclusive and ambitious learning environment where every member of our school community can thrive.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, caring and dedicated Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and highly motivated team. This fixed-term position will provide support for pupils with Special Educational Needs, helping them to access the curriculum, develop their learning skills and successfully integrate with their peers.

The successful candidate will work closely with teachers and other professionals to provide classroom support, deliver targeted interventions and help remove barriers to learning. You will play a key role in promoting pupils' independence, confidence and achievement whilst supporting their social, emotional and academic development.

We are looking for an individual who has a good understanding of the primary curriculum, strong classroom support skills and a genuine passion for helping children reach their full potential. The ideal candidate will be patient, resilient, adaptable and able to build positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.

At Greswell Primary School, you will become part of a caring and inclusive school community that values professional development, staff wellbeing and collaborative working. As a Trust employee, you will also benefit from a range of wellbeing initiatives, including our Employee Assistance Programme and a half-day gifted leave entitlement, alongside the opportunity to work in a school committed to Relational Inclusion.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience of supporting children within a primary school setting.
• Is passionate about supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs.
• Has a good understanding of the primary curriculum.
• Can build positive and supportive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Is patient, caring and committed to inclusion.
• Can work effectively as part of a team and use their own initiative.
• Has strong communication and organisational skills.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Shares our vision and values and can contribute positively to school life.

We can offer:

• Enthusiastic and engaging children who are keen to learn.
• A welcoming, supportive and inclusive school community.
• Dedicated and experienced colleagues.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A strong commitment to staff wellbeing.
• Access to the Trust's Employee Assistance Programme.
• Half-day gifted leave with flexibility regarding when it is taken.
• The opportunity to work within a school that embraces Relational Inclusion and places children at the heart of everything it does.

Greswell Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, verification of qualifications and right to work in the UK.

Please note that this post is fixed term until 31 August 2027 due to Special Educational Needs funding arrangements.