Year 2 Teaching Assistant

Year 2 Teaching Assistant – Impactful Graduate Role in Dynamic Hackney School

Are you a high-achieving graduate eager to make a lasting impact on young learners’ lives in Hackney? As a Year 2 Teaching Assistant, your passion and drive will shape the future for eager six- and seven-year-olds, supporting excellence in one of London’s most vibrant educational communities. If you’re ready to launch your career in education, this is the premium challenge you’ve been seeking.
Joining this leading primary school means you’ll benefit from world-class educational experience, working within an inspiring, nurturing atmosphere where children thrive and professionals are valued. As a Year 2 Teaching Assistant, you’ll be a cornerstone of a supportive team, developing expertise in pedagogy, inclusive practice, and specialised interventions, paving a clear route towards teaching, psychology, or specialist SEND pathways.
Key Highlights:

Year 2 Teaching Assistant – life-changing, early-years focused post
Circa £30,000 pro-rata – generous for support staff
Hackney location – easy transport links, diverse local community
Ofsted: Graded Good to Outstanding – progressive, high-achieving setting
Exceptional CPD: bespoke coaching, pathways into teaching/SEN/psychology
Ideal for ambitious graduates aspiring to teach or specialise in SEN/child development
State-of-the-art learning spaces and outstanding SEN resources

What You'll Be Doing:

Providing tailored classroom and 1:1 support for Year 2 children
Planning, delivering and assessing targeted interventions for rapid pupil progress
Collaborating with teachers and specialists to drive attainment and inclusion
Supporting all aspects of classroom life: literacy, numeracy, creative subjects
Championing the emotional wellbeing of pupils, modelling high expectations

Ideal "Year 2 Teaching Assistant" for this Hackney School:

High-achieving graduate (2:1 or above) with aspirations in education or psychology
Committed, resilient, and passionate about transforming young lives
Exceptional communicator with initiative and emotional intelligence
Eager to grow, willing to embrace coaching and feedback
Dedicated to excellence, equality, and inclusive education for every child

Why Join This Hackney School?:

Collaborative, vibrant school culture with inspiring colleagues
Structured mentoring from outstanding teachers and senior leaders
Access to funded qualifications and fast-track routes into teaching or therapy
Modern classrooms, cutting-edge tech, and outdoor learning provision
Strong community ethos – feel valued, empowered, and make a tangible difference

This standout Year 2 Teaching Assistant opportunity offers you unrivalled early career experience in one of Hackney’s top schools. If you’re talented, driven and ready to inspire, apply today and take the first step towards a career that changes lives.
How to Apply

This exciting opportunity in Hackney won’t be available for long—Year 2 Teaching Assistant roles for SEN support staff are being snapped up quickly! Secure your chance to join a forward-thinking team by submitting your application right away. Interviews are already in progress, so move fast to make your mark with us.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving East London school from ASAP.
Interviews are taking place right now – apply today!