Teaching Assistant

Job Title:

Part-Time Teaching Assistant – Level 2/3 – KS2

Pay Rate:
£21,606 – £23,969 (FTE)
£12,963 – £14,381 (Actual | 3 days)

Location:

Stratford-upon-Avon

Hours:

Part-Time | Permanent
Working Days:
Monday, Tuesday & Friday

Smart Education is recruiting a Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant to join a supportive Key Stage 2 team within a specialist educational setting in the Stratford-upon-Avon area. This is a permanent, part-time role, ideal for someone seeking excellent work–life balance while making a meaningful difference to pupils with additional needs.

Why This Role?

• Fixed 3-day working pattern (Monday, Tuesday & Friday)

• Support KS2 pupils within a small, inclusive learning environment

• Join a caring, collaborative SEND-focused team

• Make a direct impact on pupils’ confidence, independence, and progress

Job Requirements:

• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

• Experience supporting KS2 pupils and/or pupils with SEND preferred

• Patient, positive, and proactive approach

• Strong communication skills and team-focused mindset

• Ability to build trusting, supportive relationships with children

• 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:

• Provide in-class support to KS2 pupils

• Assist with individual learning plans and targeted interventions

• Support delivery of engaging lessons and learning activities

• Support pupils with communication, social development, and emotional needs

• Work closely with teachers and wider SEND staff

• Maintain a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment

About Smart

Education:

Smart Education is a specialist Education and Early Years recruitment agency, recruiting for 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 undergo 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