Teaching Assistant - Level 2

Howden Junior School are looking for an individual who is committed to making a positive impact in the lives of children to join our friendly and dedicated team of Teaching Assistants who play a vital role in supporting and assisting the teaching, learning and care of children within our school.

The working hours are 31 hours 15 minutes per week during the school term, working from 8.50am to 3.35pm with a 30 minute unpaid lunch break.  You will also be paid for an additional 31 hours 15 minutes per year, which enables you to attend training days, team meetings and training and development outside of your normal working hours.  Your actual salary will be £18561 per annum, and this is paid in 12 equal instalments over the year. 

Key Responsibilities

The key responsibilities associated with this role involve facilitating the participation and learning of pupils either individually or in small groups, helping to build confidence and self-esteem, including but not limited to:

• clarifying and explaining instructions;
• ensuring pupil's are able to use equipment and materials provided; Including, moving and handling to meet a child’s individual needs.
• assisting in identified areas, e.g. language, behaviour, reading, spelling, numeracy, handwriting/presentation, the use of ICT, social skills and EAL
• helping pupils to concentrate on, and finish work set;
• meeting the physical needs of pupils as required whilst encouraging independence;
• liaising with the class teacher and SENCO about individual needs
• developing appropriate resources to support the pupil(s)

Why choose us?

At Howden Junior School, relationships are at the heart of all we do.  We are a strong community of committed and hard-working staff, dedicated governors and supportive parents.  At the centre of our community are our wonderful children.  They are the driver for all that we do.  Our children have a voice in our community.  They lead projects, have chosen charities to support with fundraising and contribute to our continued improvement. 

Our school is set in extensive, attractive grounds that provide our children with a wonderful place to play, as well as to learn about the world around them. We have an outdoor classroom, Forest School area and an allotment.

When our children leave us they are caring, curious, motivated, independent individuals, equipped with the courage to pursue an exciting future on their educational journey.

We offer a range of benefits, including:

• Access to professional qualifications via the apprenticeship levy including routes into teaching via our Teacher Training Provider (YWTT)
• Free, on-site parking as well as free tea and coffee in our staff rooms
• Well-being support including discounted East Riding gym membership; free annual flu vaccinations; refund of the cost of the annual NHS prescription prepayment certificate; access to a free employee assistance scheme 24/7 with advice on a wide range of issues ranging from legal information and consumer issues to specialist counselling and our virtual GP service.
• Family friendly policies, including sector leading Maternity, Adoption and Neonatal care pay offers.
• Opportunities for flexible working
• Automatic membership of the East Riding Pension Scheme (subject to eligibility)
• Recognition of continuous service if you join us from another school, academy or local government employer
• Access to our staff benefits platform which includes big brand discounts and other financial incentives including a cycle to work scheme offering discounted bike purchases

What are we looking for?

We are looking for an individual who is compassionate, engaging, versatile and committed to ensuring every individual child receives the care, support and guidance they need to thrive and be the best they can be. 

The successful applicant will have good literacy and numeracy skills, a level 2, TA qualification (or willingness to work towards) and the ability to work collaboratively within a team with minimal supervision.

Applicant Information

Further information about our school can be found on our website www.howdenjuniors.com.

Applications must be received by 23:59pm on Sunday 12 July 2026.

We look forward to receiving your application and we will contact you once your application has been reviewed. if you require an application in a different format to our standard digital application form, please get in touch with a member of the team on recruitment@theeducationalliance.org.uk.

The Education Alliance is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Clearance from the Disclosure and Barring Service prior to appointment and we undertake an online check, in line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025 guidance.

The Education Alliance’s Child Protection Policy can be accessed at: https://theeducationalliance.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/Child-Protection-Policy.pdf