Teaching Assistant - Level 2

The Arthur Terry School, Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands, B74 4RZ

13 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  25 November 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  12 November 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4, Key stage 5
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full time equivalent salary: £25,614 - £27,709 FTE, actual salary £19,698 - £21,310 per annum

Teaching Assistant - Level 2 job summary

Fixed-term contract until 31 August 2027

Do you want to make a real difference to young people’s lives and help them achieve their potential?

We are looking for enthusiastic, caring and motivated individuals to join our team of Teaching Assistants at Arthur Terry School. Above all, we are looking for people who have a genuine passion for supporting young people, particularly those with special educational needs (SEN) or who face barriers to learning.

You do not necessarily need to have a formal Teaching Assistant qualification or previous experience working in a school. We welcome applications from individuals who are keen to learn, develop their skills and make a positive difference to students’ educational experiences.

This could be an ideal opportunity for a recent graduate looking to gain valuable experience in an educational setting, someone considering a career in teaching or education, or an individual looking for a rewarding career change.

A good standard of English and maths is essential, as you will help students develop their understanding and make progress in these key subject areas. Equally important are patience, empathy, enthusiasm and the ability to build positive relationships with young people. You will need to be committed to encouraging students, building their confidence and helping them overcome challenges so they can achieve their best.

We are looking for people who:

Have a genuine interest in supporting students with SEN and additional learning needs.

Are passionate about helping young people learn, develop and reach their potential.

Have good English and maths skills and the confidence to support students in these subjects.

Are patient, approachable, encouraging and able to build positive relationships.

Are willing to learn, work collaboratively with teaching staff and develop their skills.

Are willing to support students with personal care, where necessary.

If you are enthusiastic about helping young people succeed and want a role where you can make a meaningful difference every day, we would love to hear from you.

What we can offer

A welcoming and supportive working environment.

Opportunities for professional development and continued learning.

Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefits.

Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), subject to eligibility.

A commitment to staff wellbeing and opportunities to support your professional growth.

How to apply

Please complete the online application form and include a supporting statement outlining what skills and experience you have that make you suitable for the role. For an informal conversation about the role, please contact Nick Blunt, SENCo, by email at nblunt@arthurterry.bham.sch.uk or call 0121 323 2221. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed.

We reserve the right to close this advert early should sufficient applications be received or the role be successfully filled.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About The Arthur Terry School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1758 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: The Arthur Terry School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-arthur-terry-school-sutton-coldfield

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