Year 2 Teaching Assistant – Primary Role | Nurturing Croydon Primary School

Are you a motivated, caring graduate or experienced TA looking to make a difference in a Year 2 classroom? This exciting Year 2 Teaching Assistant opportunity places you in a nurturing primary school in Croydon, where you’ll support pupils at a crucial stage in their early education journey.

This welcoming and well-led school has a strong focus on literacy, numeracy and whole-child development. As a Year 2 Teaching Assistant, you’ll work alongside an experienced teacher to deliver engaging lessons, support individual needs, and help prepare children for the transition to Key Stage 2.

Key Highlights:

• Year 2 Teaching Assistant role in a Croydon primary school
• £95–£110 per day, depending on experience
• Full-time, term-time role starting September 2025
• Ofsted-rated ‘Good’ school with a warm and inclusive ethos
• Located in a well-connected South London location with excellent transport links
• Join a collaborative, experienced team with regular CPD and mentoring
• Ideal for aspiring primary teachers, educational psychologists or early years specialists
• Interviews ongoing – early applications encouraged

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Supporting the Year 2 teacher with daily classroom activities and lesson delivery
• Leading small group work in phonics, reading, writing, and maths
• Providing 1:1 support to pupils needing extra help
• Encouraging independence, resilience, and confidence in young learners
• Assisting with behaviour management, classroom organisation and learning displays
• Helping prepare pupils for KS2 transition and end-of-year assessments

Ideal Year 2 Teaching Assistant for This Croydon School:

• Graduate or experienced TA with a strong interest in Key Stage 1 education
• Enthusiastic, calm and confident working with children aged 6–7
• Excellent communication skills and a positive, proactive attitude
• Experience in phonics (e.g. Read Write Inc or similar) is desirable
• Committed to full-time, term-time work from September through July
• Ambitious to pursue a career in teaching or child development

Why Join This Croydon Primary School?

• Strong team culture with supportive staff and leadership
• Clear focus on academic growth and pupil wellbeing
• Well-resourced classrooms and a creative, values-led curriculum
• Opportunities for further training and development
• Situated in a vibrant South London area with excellent community spirit and transport links

How to Apply:

If you’re a dedicated Year 2 Teaching Assistant ready to support pupils in a friendly and nurturing Croydon school, we’d love to hear from you. Click ‘APPLY’ or send your CV to JobsinED today.
This is a fantastic opportunity to build valuable school experience while making a lasting difference to Year 2 learners.