Level 2 Teaching Assistant in Leeds

Role Overview

Contract: 37 Hours Per Week, Term Time Only + 5 Days. Richmond Hill Academy is seeking to appoint a committed, enthusiastic and skilled Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join our hardworking team. The role is essential in supporting high quality learning and helping to create a purposeful, inclusive and well‑organised learning environment for all pupils. Working under the guidance of teaching and senior staff, the successful candidate will support pupils\’ learning, wellbeing and behaviour, both within the classroom and in wider school settings.

Key Responsibilities

Support pupils\’ learning, wellbeing and behaviour, within the classroom and across the school.

Qualifications

• Completed the DfES Teaching Assistant Induction Programme or equivalent qualifications/experience.
• NVQ Level 3 for Teaching Assistants or suitable classroom‑based experience.
• An understanding of child development and learning.

Why Richmond Hill Academy

“Exceptional leadership at all levels has brought about considerable improvement for the opportunities and experiences of pupils in the school.” – Ofsted, March 2022
Richmond Hill Academy is now a \’good\’ school with many areas of our work graded \’outstanding\’ by Ofsted. The transformation of our school has been possible due to the remarkable skill and commitment of our staff members and the support of our whole community. As one teacher said, \’I walk out of school happy every day.\’

Benefits

• Membership of a teacher or local government pension scheme, depending on the role.
• A commitment to continued investment in our professionals, supporting every member of staff throughout their career in the trust.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme which provides confidential professional advice and support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.