Job Title: Teaching Assistant Level 2 KS1
Salary: SCP 5 £17,344
Working Pattern: 30 Hours Per Week 8:45-15:15
Required From: 01/09/2026
Contract: Fixed Term
Employer: Epworth Education Trust
Based at: Bedford Hall Methodist School
Bedford Hall Methodist School is proud to be at the heart of the community where high standards are celebrated. Everyone involved with the school has high expectations in all aspects of school life. All staff are aspirational for our children aiming for both academic and personal success, which enables our pupils to flourish and shine.
We are looking for an excellent practitioner who will:
- Join a committed team of professionals who want the best for all our pupils.
- Need to have had recent experience of working within primary education.
- Have knowledge and understanding of working with children with SEND.
- Have excellent communication and interaction skills in order to provide effective support.
- Be required to attach high expectations to empathy and care.
- Be calm and supportive.
- Be able to form strong and professional working relationships with parents and carers, colleagues and other professionals.
- You must possess a L2 qualification or equivalent.
In return our Trust and its school offers you:
- Supportive parents and a welcoming local community.
- A strong and supportive leadership team with a clear sense of strategic vision.
- A supportive and highly committed staff with high expectations, who are willing to help each other.
- Well resourced, safe and stimulating learning environments.
- Strong working partnerships within the Trust.
- Pupils with positive attitudes to learning, who are hardworking, caring and proud to attend their school.
- The opportunity to make a difference.
- An enthusiastic and supportive Governing Body.
- The support of a strong and skilled Trust Central Team.
- Pension scheme.
- Wellbeing Day.
- Tech and Cycle salary sacrifice schemes as well as other discount schemes.
- Access to Employment Assistance Programme.
- Access to training opportunities and professional development.
As a Methodist Church school, we have a strong Christian ethos. Our key values are teamwork, trust, love, respect, forgiveness, equality, care and joy.
This post involves working with children, young people or vulnerable adults and is therefore exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.
This post is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures. Epworth Education Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We work to provide a safe and welcoming environment where children are respected and valued. We are alert to the signs of abuse and neglect and follow our procedures to ensure that children receive effective support, protection and justice. The procedures contained in our Safeguarding Policy apply to all staff, volunteers and governors.
Closing date: 16/07/2026 Noon
Short listing: 16/07/2026
Interview: 21/07/2026
We encourage applications from the right candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief or race.
Teaching Assistant Level 2 KS1 employer: Bedford Hall Methodist Primary School
Bedford Hall Methodist Primary School is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment for both staff and students. With a strong emphasis on professional development and supportive relationships with families, we offer our Teaching Assistants the opportunity to grow within a committed team while making a meaningful impact in the lives of our pupils, particularly those with SEND. Located in a vibrant community, our school provides a rewarding work culture that values collaboration and high standards in education.
Contact Details:
Bedford Hall Methodist Primary School Recruitment Team
