Level 2 Teaching / Pastoral Assistants - Mayfield Chestnut


Company:	Teaching Vacancies
Salary:	Not specified
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Torquay, TQ2 8NH
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	13 Oct 2026
Closing date:	8 Nov 2026

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Summary

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking exceptional individuals to join our team at our Chestnut Centre in Brixham which provides support to children at Key Stage 1 and 2 who are experiencing difficulties in maintaining a placement in mainstream school as a result of their social, emotional or behavioral needs. Chestnut consists of small class groups and supporting 1:1 for learning and supporting emotional regulation.

We have 4 x Fixed Term roles available - linked to additional external funding. This current funding is due to end on 31/08/2027. Funding may be extended beyond this date, or permanent positions may become available at that time.

The successful applicants will have proven experience of working with children with challenging and vulnerable behaviours and will be able to demonstrate commitment and expertise in improving educational and social outcomes for them. Knowledge of the primary curriculum and experience of supporting children with a range of interventions in literacy and numeracy is essential. Knowledge of Thrive would be a distinct advantage.

The working day is from 8.55 am - 3.40 pm.

Full time hours are 32.5 hours across 5 days a week for 39 weeks per year (term time only).

Our Pastoral Assistants start on a Level 2 TA contract (Level 3 contracts may be offered if there is substantial previous experience which can be discussed at interview)

The actual starting salary for a Level 2 TA is £19,966.22 per annum based on 5 days a week, term time only.

The interview will be a panel interview - to include a short, informal presentation, along with time spent with pupils.

We may decide to invite candidates to interview prior to the closing date, as successful applications come in and reserve the right to close this advert early if positions are offered. Please don't delay in submitting your application.

What the school offers its staff

Benefits:

• Casual dress

• Company pension

• Cycle to work scheme

• Employee discount

• Health & wellbeing programme

• Sick pay

Commitment to safeguarding

All of our safeguarding and recruitment policies can be found in the following places: Our school website - www.mayfieldtorbay.org Our recruitment & application system - mayfieldtorbay.face-ed.co.uk

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