Vacancy Detail

Teaching Assistant

Job Title:
Level 2 Teaching Assistant

Pay Rate:
£21,606 – £23,437 (Actual)

Location:
Stratford-upon-Avon

Hours:
Full-Time
Permanent Position | Starting February 2025

Smart Education is recruiting a Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join a specialist educational setting supporting pupils with a range of additional and complex needs in the Stratford-upon-Avon area. This is a full-time, permanent role starting in January 2025, ideal for someone committed to inclusive education and making a lasting difference.

Benefits of Working as a Teaching Assistant:
• Join a dedicated and supportive team focused on inclusive practice
• Work with pupils who are motivated and eager to learn
• Access ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Positive working environment that values staff wellbeing
• Make a meaningful impact on pupils’ progress, confidence, and independence

Job Requirements:
• Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification
• Experience supporting children or young people, ideally within a SEND setting
• Calm, positive, and adaptable approach to learning support
• Ability to follow individual learning plans and behaviour strategies
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (Child & Adult Workforce) or willingness to obtain
• Valid passport
• Ability to provide 24 months of employer or academic references

Role Responsibilities:
• Support pupils during lessons, small group work, and 1:1 activities
• Assist with delivery of tailored learning programmes
• Encourage independence, confidence, and social development
• Prepare learning resources and help maintain a structured classroom environment
• Work closely with teachers and wider support staff to meet individual pupil needs

About Smart Education:
Smart Education is a specialist Education and Early Years recruitment agency, recruiting for both permanent and temporary roles including Teachers, Teaching Assistants, SEND professionals, Nursery Nurses, and Tutors. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Child & Adult Workforce DBS check. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children or vulnerable adults.

Location: Stratford-upon-Avon | Salary: £28598 - £31022 per year, pro rata (£21606 - £23437 per year) | Job type: Permanent | Posted: 02/02/2026