Level 2 Teaching Assistant - Secondary School

Location: Long Eaton, Derbyshire (NG10)
Salary: £27,576 - £30,045 per annum
Contract: Temp to perm
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:00pm

About the Role

A friendly and inclusive secondary school in Long Eaton is seeking a committed Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join their supportive team. The school is well-regarded for its strong community ethos, positive environment, and dedication to helping every pupil succeed.

This opportunity is ideal for someone passionate about education, school support roles or TA jobs, and who wants to make a genuine difference to young people's learning. As a teaching assistant, you'll deliver essential 1:1 and small-group support for students with additional needs across a range of subjects.

This is a long-term, full-time role starting immediately, with a clear route to a permanent contract for the right Level 2 TA.

Key Responsibilities

Supporting students with additional needs or SEN so they can fully access learning

Providing targeted 1:1 and small-group interventions across various subjects

Assisting teaching staff with lesson delivery and adapting materials when needed

Encouraging students to remain motivated, confident and engaged

Using positive behaviour-management strategies to support progress

Helping maintain a safe, inclusive and structured learning environment

What We're Looking For

Experience working with children or young people, ideally in a school setting

Previous experience supporting pupils with SEN or additional needs

A patient, adaptable and supportive approach to learning

Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships

An Enhanced DBS, or willingness to apply with support

Why This School?

A welcoming and collaborative staff team who truly value their teaching assistants

Ofsted "Good" with a strong and positive local reputation

Easy transport links from Derby, Nottingham and nearby areas

Full-time hours, immediate start and long-term stability with the option to become permanent

A meaningful chance to impact students' confidence, progress and wellbeing

Apply Now

If you'd like to be considered for this Level 2 teaching assistant position, please send your CV today. Adam from Long Term Futures will contact you to guide you through the next steps