Key Role Information

Salary
£20751.91
Job type
Full Time
Contract type
Permanent
Closing
19/10/2026 09:00
Interview
w/c 19th October 2026
Contract term
TTO - Term time only
Pay grade
L.E.A.D Support Payscale - Banded | SCP 7 - SCP 12
Department
Teaching Assistants
Key stage
Not Applicable
Hours per week
32.50
Weeks per year
45.183
Visa sponsorship
No

Your Role

Birley Primary Academy, part of L.E.A.D. Academy Trust, is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant Level 2 to join our committed team. This is an exciting opportunity to support pupils’ learning, wellbeing, and development, helping every child to reach their full potential.


Key responsibilities:

  1. Supporting pupils in the classroom, both individually and in small groups
  2. Assisting teachers in preparing and delivering engaging lessons
  3. Helping to create a positive, safe, and inclusive learning environment
  4. Promoting independence, confidence, and resilience in pupils
  5. Supporting pupils with additional needs, where required
  6. Assisting with classroom organisation and administrative tasks


We are looking for someone who:

  1. Has a genuine passion for working with children
  2. Is patient, caring, and committed to inclusion
  3. Has good literacy, numeracy, and communication skills
  4. Can build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents
  5. Works well as part of a team and shows initiative


In return, we offer:

  1. A welcoming and supportive academy community
  2. Training and development opportunities, including access to apprenticeship pathways and professional qualifications
  3. The chance to make a real difference to children’s education and lives


Birley Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Qualifications

Good qualifications in both English and Mathsessential
TA2 qualification or equivalent or relevant experienceessential

Skills

Abilities, Skills and Knowledge

Knowledge of Health and Safety policies and procedures that contribute to the maintenance of pupil safety and security essential
Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and protocols essential
Ability to organise classroom resources and assist with the maintenance of pupil records essential
Knowledge of Teaching Assistants’ contribution to raising standards by the promotion of independent learningessential
Understanding and awareness of individual needs and ability to adjust communication methods accordingly essential
Developed communication skills, both orally and in writing essential
ability to establish positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues essential
Initiative in dealing with day to day issues essential
Ability to contribute to the planning and delivery of learning activitiesessential
Knowledge of stages of child development and individual needsessential
Innovative use of resources and materials including ICT software and equipmentessential
Relevant experience of building positive relationships with all stakeholdersessential
Knowledge of appropriate behaviour management practices
An appreciation of the National Curriculum and how this is applied to planning, preparation and delivery of learning activities
Knowledge and understanding of pupil assessment, progress, evaluation and reporting of attainment
Awareness of techniques necessary to support individual learning needs and development
Proven experience of working with children and young people, including children with individual needs and from a range of backgrounds

Experience

Experience of working with children or young people with SENDessential
Direct experience of working with pupils to raise attainment through personal intervention
Understanding the role of parents/carers and the wider community in education

Personal Attributes

Have an openness to learning and changeessential
Be able to work in ways that promote equality of opportunity, participation, diversity and responsibilityessential

About Us

Birley Primary Academy

Caroline Bennett

carolinebennett@birleyprimaryacademy.co.uk

Birley Primary Academy
Thornbridge Avenue
Sheffield
South Yorkshire
S12 3AB

Safeguarding Information

L.E.A.D Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.


L.E.A.D Academy Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.