Teaching Assistant Level 2

Knowsley Council; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational authority in Knowsley is looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant Level 2 to support pupils in a nurturing school environment. Candidates should have experience with SEND and possess excellent interpersonal skills. The successful applicant will join a committed team to help children achieve their full potential. This temporary part-time role offers 30 hours per week during term time and is linked to pupil funding. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Welcoming school environment

Supportive team

Engagement with parents and governors

Qualifications

• Ability to support children in their learning.
• Passionate about inspiring children.
• Experience in supporting small groups and running interventions.
• Committed to raising standards.
• Adaptable and able to work on initiative.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for pupils.
• Work closely with colleagues and families.
• Promote good practice in a professional manner.

Skills

Experience supporting children with learning

Experience with children with SEND

Excellent organisational skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to inspire children

Job description

We are looking for driven and passionate people to work with us to deliver real benefits for children and families in Knowsley.

• Contract: Temporary
• Working Pattern: Part Time/Term Time
• Hours: 30 hours per week. 46 weeks per year.
• Closing Date: 09/01/2026 at 12:00
• Reference: SVP 0634

Teaching Assistant Level 2

Pay Band D / SCP 5-6

30 hours per week / 46 weeks per year

Temp Contract Linked to Pupil Funding

To commence as soon as possible

The Governors are seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced Teaching Assistant to provide support for pupils in our school. The successful applicant will be joining a dedicated and supportive team, committed to developing the talents and skills of every child to enable them to achieve their full potential.

Our school can offer you:

• A welcoming, happy environment where pupils and staff enjoy coming to school.
• Hard working dedicated and enthusiastic colleagues.
• A friendly and highly committed team within a happy and successful school.
• Excellent support of Governors and parents.

The successful candidate will:

• Have the ability and experience to support our children with their learning.
• Be an experienced and passionate Teaching Assistant with the ability to inspire children.
• Have experience of working with children with SEND.
• Have experience in supporting children in small groups and running interventions.
• Be committed to raising standards, ensuring our children achieve their full potential.
• Be adaptable and able to work on their own initiative and as part of a team.
• Be committed to working in partnership with colleagues, other professionals and families.
• Demonstrate high expectations and standards in learning, teaching and behaviour.
• Have the ability to promote good practice in a professional manner.
• Have excellent organisational and inter-personal skills.
• Be highly committed, flexible, enthusiastic, patient and show great initiative.
• Be willing and able to make a caring and positive contribution to the class and our school.

Further details and an application form are available from the school. Completed application forms should be sent directly to the School Business Manager [e-mail] marked for the attention of Mrs Walmsley.

Appointment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Baring Service and health clearance by the Local Authority Occupational Health provider.

Ravenscroft Primary School is committed to safeguarding, to promoting the welfare of children and adhering to the Equality Act 2010.The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. To comply with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 all prospective employees will be required to supply evidence of eligibility to work in the UK.

By engaging in this recruitment process, shortlisted candidates consent to an online search in line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education Statutory Guidance 2024.

Closing Date: Friday 9 th January 2026

Interview and Practical Task Date: Tuesday 13 th January 2026

Visits to the school are encouraged. Please contact the school office to arrange a suitable time and day.

How to apply

Further details and an application form are available from the school. Completed application forms should be sent directly to the School Business Manager [e-mail] marked for the attention of Mrs Walmsley.