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Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Job description

Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Location: Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire
Salary: £23,500 - £23,893 pro-rata (Actual Salary: £19,581.83 - £19,909.30)
Hours: 32.5 hours per week, term-time only plus training days
Contract: Permanent
Start Date: September 2025 (or earlier)

Join a values-driven school in Huntingdon, offering state-of-the-art facilities and an environment conducive to the development of students with complex needs, including autism and behavioural difficulties. This is an excellent opportunity for Level 2 Teaching Assistants to contribute meaningfully to the educational experience of students while benefiting from a well-structured and positive workplace.

About the Role

As a Level 2 Teaching Assistant in Huntingdon, you will work closely with teachers to provide guidance to students across a range of learning activities. This role offers an opportunity to assist students with a variety of complex needs in both one-on-one and group settings, fostering an engaging and positive learning environment.

Key Tasks

  • Provide assistance to students with complex needs, including those with autism.

  • Assist in delivering personalised educational programmes tailored to students' needs.

  • Help facilitate students' participation in both one-on-one and group settings to encourage full engagement.

  • Maintain effective home/school communication with parents and carers.

  • Contribute to maintaining a safe environment for all students.

What We Offer

  • Modern, state-of-the-art facilities to enhance learning and development in Huntingdon.

  • A team-oriented work environment with ongoing guidance.

  • Comprehensive training provided, with no prior experience with special needs required.

  • Opportunities for career progression and professional development within the education sector.

  • A structured induction programme to facilitate a smooth transition into the role.

Who Should Apply?

  • Relevant qualifications in education or special needs (Level 2 preferred).

  • Experience in working with students with special needs is desirable.

  • Basic ICT skills for home/school communication and record-keeping.

  • A proactiveapproach to assisting students with complex needs.

  • All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, health checks, and an enhanced DBS check.

This role is an excellent opportunity for those interested in making a positive impact in the education sector in Huntingdon.

Apply today with Simply Education!