Teaching Assistant Level 2 (to work in IR)

Woodhouse West Primary School, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S13 7BP

17 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  10 October 2025 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  23 September 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time: 37 hours per week, term-time only
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: Between £25583 and £25989

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for 2 caring and resilient Teaching Assistants to work in our new IR that is due to open this academic year. Applicants should have high expectations for all pupils and a passion for supporting children’s learning. We value those who have a strong team ethos and are also self-motivated in order to develop themselves alongside the children. Taking an interest in the children and their lives at home is an important part of the work we do and our Teaching Assistants are vital in building these relationships. Applicants must have primary school knowledge & experience. A relevant level 2, or equivalent qualification is desirable. The role would involve supporting children with a range of special educational needs (SEND). We are particularly interested in individuals who have experience of working with children with speech and language difficulties and those with communication difficulties such as autism.

What the school offers its staff

In return the School and Trust can offer enthusiastic and motivated pupils who want to learn and achieve, alongside hardworking, dedicated and supportive staff and governors. Varied professional development and career opportunities will be available. Ofsted rated the school as “Good” in all areas.

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

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidates will be required to complete a Disclosure and Barring check in line with Section 115 of The Police Act 1997.

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.

Upload additional documents

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

Support staff application form - 2025.docx - 68.3 KB (opens in new tab)

TA 2 Job Description & Person Specification.pdf - 348 KB (opens in new tab)

About Woodhouse West Primary School

• School type: Academy, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 403 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Woodhouse West Primary School website
• Email address: recruitment@woodhousewest.sheffield.sch.uk
• Phone number: 0114 2692602
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/woodhouse-west-primary-school

Sheffield South East Trust (SSET) formed in 2016 and unites seven local primary schools. The schools within the Trust work closely together for the benefit of the children and communities they serve. There are many opportunities for support, training and networking between the schools.

Arranging a visit to Woodhouse West Primary School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@woodhousewest.sheffield.sch.uk.

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