Job description
EYFS Level 2 Teaching Assistant
We are looking for a Level 2 Teaching Assistant, to become part of our Early Years team. Required from September 2026, we wish to appoint an enthusiastic, highly motivated, flexible individual to join Team Athelstan.
The position is to support groups of children or individuals, inside and outside the classroom. The successful candidate must be able to enthuse, inspire and motivate our children to learn, and be committed to their educational and social development, and to raising their attainment. They should have a proven record of good/outstanding practice.
Candidates are required to have excellent literacy, numeracy and communication skills, be able to work effectively as part of a team under instruction, as well as have the ability to use their initiative and work independently. An NVQ Level 2 qualification or relevant experience is essential as well as SEND experience. Experience of working with Read, Write, Inc is desirable. The post is for 32.50 hours per week on a 39 week contract. Hours of work will be discussed at interview.
The Council is not responsible or accepts liability to the reader, for information included in this job advert. If you have any queries or concerns, please speak to the school.
CLOSING DATE: WEDNESDAY 17th June, 2026
SHORTLISTING: FRIDAY 19th JUNE 2026
INTERVIEWS: FRIDAY 26th JUNE 2026
INFORMAL ENQUIRIES: If you have any questions relating to the role, please email Anna Waring, Assistant Headteacher, at awaring@athelstan.sheffield.sch.uk
VISITS: Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the school office on 0114 2692301 to arrange a visit.
APPLICATION: Application packs are available electronically by emailing the school at zgodwin@athelstan.sheffield.sch.uk. All completed applications should be emailed to the school for the attention of Zoe Godwin, Business Manager at zgodwin@athelstan.sheffield.sch.uk.
About this school
Athelstan Primary School
Foundation school · Primary · Ages 4–11
- Pupils
- 605
- Avg teacher salary
- £47,927
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 22.3:1
- Academy trust
- The Crucible Co-operative Learning Trust
Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25
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Sheffield, Sheffield, S13 8HH