Year 2 Teaching Assistant

Year 2 Teaching Assistant

High-Impact Graduate Role in Waltham Forest

Step into the exceptional world of education as a Year 2 Teaching Assistant in thriving Waltham Forest! If you’re an ambitious graduate with dreams of teaching, psychology, or SEN excellence, this is an unmissable launchpad. Join a forward-thinking school where your drive and compassion will shape the futures of eager Year 2 learners and elevate your own professional journey.

As a Year 2 Teaching Assistant, you’ll thrive in a nurturing, high-achieving environment celebrated for strong values and a dynamic team spirit. Enjoy state-of-the-art resources and inspiring mentorship as you work in partnership with outstanding educators. Here, your talents are recognised, your growth is accelerated, and every day fuels your progression towards teaching, psychology, or SEND leadership.

Key Highlights

• Year 2 Teaching Assistant – Circa £31,000 Pro-rata salary
• Dynamic school in vibrant Waltham Forest

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Ofsted graded

Good to Outstanding – pupil-centred excellence

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Comprehensive CPD

bespoke training & teacher pathway support

• Perfect role for driven graduates passionate about teaching or psychology
• Innovative indoor & outdoor learning spaces – modern digital tools
• Accelerated progression for future teachers and SEN specialists

What You'll Be Doing

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Providing targeted 1

1 and small group support for Year 2 pupils

• Collaborating with teachers to design and deliver engaging lessons
• Supporting early literacy and numeracy interventions
• Delivering effective classroom strategies in a diverse cohort
• Championing children’s wellbeing and promoting emotional development
• Assisting with high-quality, inclusive classroom environments

Ideal "Year 2 Teaching Assistant" for this

Waltham Forest School

• High-achieving graduates with outstanding academic backgrounds
• Aspiring teachers, SEN specialists, or budding educational psychologists
• Exceptional communication and facilitation skills
• Energetic, personable, and dedicated to student progress
• Committed to inclusive, compassionate support and creative learning
• Relentless about making a measurable educational impact

Why Join This Waltham Forest School?

• Vibrant staff community with unwavering teamwork
• Inspirational senior leadership fostering rapid career development
• Sector-leading CPD and university-linked teacher training pathways
• Outstanding pupil behaviour and a culture of respect
• Access to innovative teaching tools and breakout spaces
• Strong commitment to wellbeing, equity, and whole-child success

Eager to build your future in education? This Year 2 Teaching Assistant position is the ideal stepping stone to a teaching or psychology career. Elevate your CV and join a school that invests deeply in its people. This rare opening moves fast—apply now to be part of Waltham Forest’s best.