Teaching Assistant - Level 2

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

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  2 November 2026 at 12am (midnight)

• Date listed

  19 October 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 3, Key stage 4
• 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

Contract: Fixed term until 31 August 2027

The Arthur Terry School is seeking a caring, enthusiastic and dedicated Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join our team and support our students to achieve their full potential. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about education and enjoys helping young people develop their confidence, independence and love of learning. The successful candidate will work closely with teaching staff to support learning in the classroom, helping to create a positive, inclusive and engaging environment where every student can thrive.

This role may particularly appeal to graduates who are considering a career in teaching or education and are looking to gain valuable experience within a secondary school environment. It offers an opportunity to develop practical skills, build relationships with students and gain first-hand insight into the work of teachers and support staff.

Key Responsibilities

Support teachers in delivering engaging and effective lessons.

Work with individuals and small groups of students to reinforce learning and provide additional support.

Help students develop their confidence, independence and learning skills.

Support students with a range of learning needs, adapting approaches where appropriate.

Promote positive behaviour and encourage students to participate fully in learning.

Assist with preparing classroom resources and maintaining a safe, organised learning environment.

Work collaboratively with teachers and colleagues to support student progress and wellbeing.

We Are Looking For Someone Who

Holds a relevant Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification or equivalent, or has the skills and experience needed to fulfil the role.

Has experience working with children or young people, ideally within an educational setting, or is keen to gain this experience.

Has a positive, patient and encouraging approach.

Communicates effectively and can build positive relationships with students and colleagues.

Can work effectively as part of a team while also using their own initiative.

Is committed to inclusion and helping every student achieve their potential.

Is enthusiastic about supporting young people and developing their own skills and experience.

What We Can Offer

The opportunity to join a supportive and enthusiastic team.

A rewarding role where you can make a positive difference to students' learning, wellbeing and enjoyment of school.

Valuable experience for graduates considering a future career in teaching or education.

Opportunities for professional development and continued learning.

Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefits.

Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

A commitment to staff wellbeing and 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 Nicholas 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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