The role
Level 2 Teaching Assistant – Permanent and Fixed Term 1:1 positions available
Hours: 32.5 hours per week (term time only) plus 5 Professional Development Days – 8:30 to 3:30 pm (38 weeks + 5 INSET
We are currently looking to recruit Level 2 Teaching Assistants, both permanent positions and fixed-term roles linked to individual pupil top-up funding, to join our dedicated and caring team at Green Lane Community Special School. These positions involve providing 1:1 support for pupils with additional needs, as well as assisting wider groups of pupils within the classroom to ensure every child can access learning and thrive in a supportive environment.
This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate within a school that was judged to be ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted in its last five consecutive Ofsted Inspections, and is committed to providing the highest quality provision for all of its pupils. The school is designated as a Specialist School for Cognition and Learning and is accredited by the National Autistic Society as an Advanced Accredited School.
We are looking for someone who enjoys working with children and young people and would like to contribute to the wellbeing and development of our pupils aged 4-16 years. Green Lane is a welcoming and inclusive school, built around our core values –
Aspirational, Challenge, Independence and Resilience.
Green Lane School is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults as a high priority.
The successful applicant will therefore be required to apply for an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Further details can be found at
The above post will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Online checks of shortlisted candidates will be obtained which forms part of our Safer Recruitment procedures and KCSIE Guidance.
Key dates
Closing date: Wednesday 3 June 2026 at noon
Shortlisting date: Friday 5 June 2026
Interview date: Monday 15 June 2026
How to apply