Teaching Assistant, Level 2

St John and St James CofE Primary School, London, E9 6DX

24 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  2 September 2026

• Closing date

  5 June 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  12 May 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Part time: Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 3.30pm, Term-time only
• Contract type: Fixed term - 1 Year - Maternity or parental leave cover
• Actual salary: £25,055-£26,751

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for someone who:

• is passionate about children’s learning

• is energetic, enthusiastic and committed to their role

• has a rich knowledge and understanding of how pupils learn

• is eager to expand their knowledge, skills and understanding of learning

• has experience of working with children aged 5 to 11 years old

• has experience in supporting teaching and learning in a school or education setting

• has experience of supporting children with special educational needs

• has experience supporting with behaviour management in an educational setting

What the school offers its staff

We can offer you:

• great, well resourced, learning environments

• collaborative approaches to teaching and learning

• fantastic professional development and tailored support programmes

• unique and rewarding career progression opportunities

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.

St John & St James’ C of E Primary School is a one-form entry Primary School located in Hackney. We are a Federation of seven schools called Primary Advantage. We believe our schools can gain many benefits from working collaboratively and can achieve more by working together. We have made a commitment to a shared responsibility to the wider education community, the provision of good quality education and the improvement of life chances for pupils in the community beyond that of our own schools. Teachers, support staff, school leaders and Governors have added expertise in working alongside colleagues to improve provision and outcomes for pupils.

St John & St James C of E Primary School is looking to appoint a highly motivated and talented Level 2 Teaching Assistant to work alongside our dedicated staff to support individuals and small groups both in and outside of the classroom. The role requires someone who is passionate about children’s learning and who has a rich knowledge and understanding of how pupils learn. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge and experience in working across the primary curriculum.

Previous experience of working as a Teaching Assistant is essential. If you are committed to helping children to make progress in every lesson, every day we would like to hear from you. This position is being offered on a fixed term contract (July 2027).

Commitment to safeguarding

Shortlisted staff will be asked to complete a Criminal Self-Declaration Form and will be subject to an online search prior to interview.
Successful candidates will be required to apply for an enhanced Criminal Record Check via DBS.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and expect all members of staff to share this commitment.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Teaching Assistant (Level 2) JD.pdf - 259 KB (opens in new tab)

Teaching Assistant (Level 2) Advert - Fixed Jul 27.pdf - 213 KB (opens in new tab)

About St John and St James CofE Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained schools, Church of England, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• School size: 223 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: St John and St James CofE Primary School website
• Email address: finance@johnjames.hackney.sch.uk
• Phone number: 0208 153 3767
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-john-and-st-james-cofe-primary-school

St John & St James CE Primary School is a one-form entry Primary School located in Hackney. We are a Federation of eight schools called Primary Advantage. We believe our schools can gain many benefits from working collaboratively and can achieve more by working together. We have made a commitment to a shared responsibility to the wider education community, the provision of good quality education and the improvement of life chances for pupils in the community beyond that of our own schools. Teachers, support staff, school leaders and Governors have added expertise in working alongside colleagues to improve provision and outcomes for pupils.

Arranging a visit to St John and St James CofE Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email finance@johnjames.hackney.sch.uk.

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