Teaching Assistant (Level 2)
Content + Source + Freshness • 16 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Offers a stable environment with the capacity for meaningful impact on children's learning and development.
- Direct involvement in children's education and wellbeing
- Part-time work offers a suitable balance
- Community-focused environment supports growth
- Lower compensation than full-time teaching positions
Pros
- Opportunity to implement programs that directly affect children's education
- Stable employment within a community-oriented primary school
- Part-time, temporary role allows for flexible scheduling
Cons
- Lower salary compared to full-time teaching roles
- Job is temporary which can bring uncertainty
- Emotional demands of working with young children
Who it's for
Entry to Mid-level • Part-time, Temporary
Good fit
- Individuals passionate about teaching young children
- Candidates looking for real impact in education
- Those valuing work within supportive communities
Not recommended for
- Professionals seeking permanent positions
- Individuals without a background in early childhood education
- Those focusing solely on salary
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
The Trust and Governors are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and talented Teaching Assistant to work under the established EYFS team in Nursery. The successful candidate will implement agreed work programmes with individuals/groups in the classroom.
We are looking for a new member of our team who will:
Put children's safety and wellbeing first;
Have the vision and drive to make a significant impact in our school;
Have high expectations of learning and behaviour;
Support the teacher in providing learning opportunities to ensure all children reach their potential;
Be highly motivated with a commitment to securing the best outcomes for all children;
Be actively involved in all aspects of school life.
To work under the guidance of teaching/senior staff and within an agreed system of supervision, to implement agreed work programmes with individuals/groups, in or out of the classroom.
