Teaching Assistant Level 2

Wickersley Partnership Trust; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - GBP 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive educational institution in Rotherham is seeking a proactive Teaching Assistant Level 2. In this role, you will assist the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons and provide support to students in achieving their educational goals. The ideal candidate will hold an NVQ Level 2 for Teaching Assistants and have experience in Maths, English, or Science. This position offers an exciting opportunity to foster a positive learning environment at The Gainsborough Academy.

Qualifications

• Must hold an NVQ Level 2 for Teaching Assistants or equivalent qualification.
• Proactive and supportive individual ready to help students achieve their best.

Responsibilities

• Deliver structured teaching programmes with support to individuals and groups.
• Monitor and report on pupil progress, providing feedback to the teacher.
• Maintain an organised learning environment and manage resources.
• Support classroom management and provide pastoral care.

Skills

Experience in Maths

Experience in English

Experience in Science

Ability to manage classroom behavior

Education

NVQ Level 2 for Teaching Assistants

Job description

Overview

ROLE: Teaching Assistant Level 2

SCHOOL: The Gainsborough Academy

SALARY: £25185 - £25989 (£20383 - 21034 pro-rata)

CONTRACT: Permanent

HOURS: 34 hours per week, term time including all inset days

Are you a proactive and supportive individual ready to make a real difference in the classroom? We are looking for an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant Level 2 with experience in Maths, English, and/or Science to work alongside our teachers, helping to create an inspiring learning environment where every student feels valued and supported to achieve their best.

About WPT

At Wickersley Partnership Trust (WPT), we are fueled by a single commitment: 'We never do less for other people’s children than we would for our own.' As a thriving network of schools across South Yorkshire, we combine high expectations with an embedded commitment to inclusivity. We do not work in silos; instead, we rely on deep collaboration and school-to-school support to ensure every student develops socially, emotionally, and academically to achieve the highest standards.

About the Role

As a Teaching Assistant Level 2, you will be a vital part of the classroom team. Your role is to support the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons, ensuring that resources are ready and the environment is safe and organised. You will work directly with students—sometimes with the whole class, but often in small groups or one-to-one—to help them understand learning activities and reach their goals. From marking routine tests to supporting students with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), this is a varied role that blends academic support with pastoral care.

Responsibilities

• Learning Support: Deliver structured teaching programmes and assist the class teacher with learning activities, supporting individuals and small groups to achieve their goals.

• Monitoring & Assessment: Monitor and report on pupil progress and achievement, providing detailed feedback to the teacher and assisting with routine marking and record-keeping.

• Environment & Admin: Maintain an organised learning environment by managing resources, conducting clerical duties such as display work, and ensuring Health and Safety compliance.

• Pastoral & Behaviour: Support classroom management by promoting good behaviour and providing pastoral care, including the implementation of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) for students with specific needs.

Qualifications

The successful candidate must hold an NVQ Level 2 for Teaching Assistants (or equivalent qualification or experience).

Closing date: Noon, Monday 23rd February 2026

How to apply

For further information and to apply, please visit our recruitment website: recruitment.wickersleypt.org

For more information about Wickersley Partnership Trust, including the benefits of working for us, please visit our main website: wickersleypt.org

We may hold interviews as and when applications are received, and this vacancy may be withdrawn without notice. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

To be successful in your application, you will need to demonstrate an effective and creative approach to education, a passion for your subject and a commitment to supporting the development of the department.

Safeguarding & recruitment

In line with our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students, the appointment will be subject to an enhanced criminal record check and satisfactory references. Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at gov.uk/government/organisations/disclosure-and-barring-service

Please note we operate safer recruitment and do not accept CVs. All applicants must complete an application form in full.

Please upload a supporting statement which should be no longer than two sides of A4 (this should not be a CV) clearly demonstrating:

• Why you are applying for this position

• How you meet the competencies of this role using examples from your current and previous experience (please refer to the documents attached to the advert)

• Any information which you consider relevant that you have not already mentioned