Teaching Assistant (Level 2)

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Are you an inspiring teaching assistant looking for your next challenge?  We are looking for a dedicated Level 2 Teaching Assistant to support our amazing teaching staff and create a positive learning environment for our students. If you're passionate about education, hardworking, and committed to helping students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), we want to hear from you! This is a challenging yet incredibly rewarding role, working with students aged 11-16 to raise standards and attainment.

Are you ready to make a difference? Apply now!

We promote inclusion of all students and recognise students’ entitlement to a broad and balanced curriculum whilst meeting their individual needs. We recognise that some students may require more support than others and we aim to plan accordingly. Every individual is valued, learning is enjoyed, success is celebrated, and responsibility is shared which enables our students to grow into responsible citizens who play a full and active role in society. 

The post holder will work under the guidance of teachers and the SENDCo to provide 1 to 1 and general classroom support for students. This role may also include a wide range of duties including, supervision of students, exam invigilation, data inputting, preparation and maintenance of resources and materials, and supporting trips and activities as required. 

Being part of the Alder team, you will receive: 

✅ The opportunity to work with honest, aspirational students brimming with potential. 

✅ High levels of support and challenge to maximise performance. 

✅ An extensive package of CPD. 

✅ A stimulating and friendly working environment. 

✅ Access to a wide range of wellbeing services through the School Wellbeing Service app. 

✅ Staff access to fitness suite before and after school. 

✅ Streamlined communications to reduce the use of email. 

✅ Breakfast and lunch provided on INSET days. 

✅Supportive Managing Attendance policy and approach to planned absences. 

✅ The use of Class Charts and Provision Map to support and reduce workload. 

✅ Local government pension scheme.

The successful candidate must possess the skills and determination to make a significant difference to the lives of our students. You will need to have excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with young people and their families. Your enthusiasm and proactive ‘can do’ attitude will be amongst your strengths. If this sounds like you, and you also have an organised approach to your work with meticulous attention to detail then we would love to hear from you. 

Working pattern

This is a fixed term contract until the end of August 2026. The normal hours of work are 32.5 hours per week: Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 3:10pm. This includes a 40-minute unpaid break. This is a term time only post, additional holidays cannot be taken during term time. Additional hours may be required to support after school or school holidays activities. This will be paid as additional over time.  

Safeguarding is central to everything we do  

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to satisfactory enhanced status checks from the Disclosure and Barring Service. We are an inclusive school and promote equal opportunities.  

Don't delay, get your application in early!

Applications should be completed and submitted online via TES Quick Apply. CVs are not accepted. Early applicants may be invited to interview before the closing date. The final deadline for applications is 9am on Monday 7th July.