Teaching Assistant Level 2

Job Title

Teaching Assistant Level 2

Nottingham

Actual salary £22,354 to £24,505 per annum (NJC 6-11)

Permanent

Full Time, 37 hours a week, 39 weeks per year (term time plus inset days)

As soon as possible

The Ellis Guilford School is a growing and thriving, larger than average, Secondary School with a clear mission 'to ensure that the children attending our school have a better chance of success than if they attended any other school'. We deliver a broad curriculum, including emphasis on the creative subjects, to support our children to become confident, independent and balanced individuals, allowing them to excel.

Under the guidance of the Principal, Miss Gemma Johnson, we are fortunate to have a highly dedicated staff of over 180 adults that care for our children and work relentlessly to provide an excellent standard of education. Graded 'Good' by Ofsted in 2023, Ellis Guilford School is at an extremely exciting point in its development journey. We strive for 'EGScellence' in all that we do!

Join a proactive and supportive Inclusion Team at Ellis Guilford School, where you will play a key role in helping children with additional needs access learning and achieve their full potential. Working closely with the SENDCo, teachers, families, and external agencies, you will deliver targeted interventions, support the adaptation of learning environments, and help remove barriers to learning. With a focus on promoting independence, participation, and positive outcomes, you will be part of a dedicated team committed to making a meaningful and lasting difference in childrens lives.

• Proven experience of working with children and young people.
• Experience of building positive relationships with children, parents/carers, colleagues, and external professionals.
• A commitment to supporting inclusion and helping children achieve their full potential.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

All shortlisted candidates are subject to online checks prior to interview.

The CET Recruitment Policy follows the guidance set out by Keeping Children Safe in Education, where all offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, References and where appropriate a Prohibition from teaching search.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

CET is committed to developing, maintaining, and supporting an inclusive culture and environment for the benefit of its employees and the communities it serves.

CET is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people by keeping them safe; we expect all our colleagues to share in this responsibility.

Friday 18th September 2026