Teaching Assistant Level 2

Teaching Assistant Level 2 post at Don Valley Academy, a secondary academy with over 1,100 students in Years 7 to 11, part of a multi-academy trust. The role is permanent, part-time and starts in November 2026. The post supports pupils' access to learning and helps teachers manage pupils and classrooms, working in the classroom or elsewhere outside the main teaching area.

The academy serves a mixed community and is an EEF Research School. Visa sponsorship is not available, and an enhanced DBS certificate is required.

• Support pupils' access to learning under the instruction or guidance of teaching or senior staff
• Carry out work, care and support programmes for pupils
• Assist teachers in managing pupils and the classroom
• Work in the classroom or outside the main teaching area

• Enhanced DBS certificate
• Barred list and prohibition list checks
• Online search of shortlisted applicants before interview

• Minimum 35 days' holiday pro rata, including bank holidays
• Employee benefits covering financial, physical and mental wellbeing
• Internal leadership development through Leadership Pathways
• Ongoing CPD support