Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Sir Jonathan North Girl's College Leicester, England May 19, 2026

Type Full Time
Pay £17,471 – £17,748
Work Onsite
Schedule Monday to Friday

Level 2 Teaching Assistant focuses on to provide 1:1 and small interventions as directed by the senco.

What the role involves

  • To provide 1:1 and small interventions as directed by the SENCo.
  • Understanding the special needs of the student(s). To bring experience and knowledge to meeting the student(s) needs.
  • To support the students in achieving agreed targets as outlined on their Learning Plans.
  • Taking into account the special needs involved, to support student progress across the curriculum.
  • To establish a supportive relationship with the student(s) concerned.
  • To assist students with completion of homework.

Skills and requirements

  • Relevant teaching, classroom, childcare, QTS, SEN, safeguarding, or early-years experience may be required.

Confirmed role details

  • The salary is Leicestershire County Grade 5, Points 7-8 Actual Salary £17,471.00 - £17,748.00 approximately (Full Time Equivalent £25,191.00 - £25,590.00).

Candidate fit

  • patience, clear communication, classroom awareness, and confidence supporting learners

Additional role context

  • Work Monday to Friday 8.15am - 2.45pm which is 30 hours per week for 39 weeks (term-time plus 5 teacher training days).

Known job details

  • Pay: £17,471
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