Teaching Assistant (Level 2) - Motor Vehicle, Engineering and Construction Industries

Role: Teaching Assistant (Level 2) – Motor Vehicle, Engineering and Construction Industries

Location: Central Bedfordshire College – The Incuba – Dunstable

Salary/Benefits: Salary is between £24,720 and £29,870 per annum (Pro-Rata) DOE and Qualifications, People’s pension, Retail and Leisure Discounts, excellent professional and personal development opportunities, accessing college courses.

Hours/Weeks: 22 hours per week – 52 weeks per year

Contract Type: Permanent – Term Time

This is a UK based contract, and you are required to have the
Right to Work in the UK. Unfortunately, we’re unable to offer sponsorship and any offer of employment will be subject to evidence of your Right to Work in the UK.

About the role:

We are currently seeking a Teaching Assistant (Level 2) in Motor Vehicle, Engineering and Construction Industries to join our Construction department at The Bedford College Group.

As a Teaching Assistant (Level 2), you play an important role in the success of our students through:

Student Support & Inclusion – Assist with students’ educational, personal, and social needs, promote inclusive learning, and support students with special educational needs as directed. Curriculum Assistance – Support teaching in Motor Vehicle, Engineering, and Construction subjects, including preparing resources and contributing to practical learning activities. Classroom & Visit Support – Help prepare for and supervise college visits, and provide class cover during staff absences under guidance from teaching staff or managers. College Collaboration & Conduct – Work professionally within college policies, attend meetings, maintain confidentiality, and contribute to the efficient operation of the college. Statutory Responsibilities – Promote safeguarding, equality, diversity, health & safety, and engage in training and development in line with TBCG policies and procedures.

About you:

Qualifications & Subject Knowledge – Relevant Level 3 qualification and Grade 4 or above in English and Maths, with experience supporting teaching and learning in educational settings. Classroom Experience & Behaviour Management – Skilled in managing classroom behaviour, promoting engagement, and supporting learners aged 16+ or adults. Communication & Teamwork – Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to follow lesson plans, work independently, and collaborate effectively with colleagues. Technical & Organisational Skills – Basic IT proficiency (e.g., Microsoft Office, Moodle, Teams), reliable and punctual, with good organisational abilities and a calm, adaptable approach. Values & Inclusion – Empathetic and student-focused, committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and able to maintain a professional and supportive learning environment.

For a more detailed breakdown of the job role and the requirements, please see the Job Description attached to this vacancy.

Interviews to be held: TBC

Successful candidates must also be able to demonstrate alignment to our organisational
VISION values:

Valuing Teamwork - We are one team who by working together can achieve great things, respecting the opinion and valuing the contribution each of us makes. Improving Continuously - We challenge ourselves to always do better by trying new things, sharing knowledge, reflecting on practice and learning from others. Student Centred - At our heart is always doing what is best for our students. We consider students in all of our decision making to create positive outcomes and memorable experiences for every student. Inclusive - We celebrate differences and diversity, recognising that we can learn from each other. Open and Caring - We care about the wellbeing of our staff, our students, our community and wider society, creating an environment built on trust where we listen, engage with and support each other. Nurturing Education Excellence - We promote educational excellence by delivering programmes that challenge our students to achieve their ambitions.

About The Bedford College Group

The Bedford College Group was formed in 2017 following the merger of Bedford College and Tresham College and is now the largest provider of education in the South East Midlands, with over 15,000 students passing through our doors each year.

Today, the Group is made up of a family of colleges across Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire: Bedford College, Central Bedfordshire College and Tresham College in the towns of Bedford, Dunstable, Leighton Buzzard, Corby, Kettering and Wellingborough; Shuttleworth College, a specialist land-based college; The Bedford Sixth Form, (the only dedicated sixth form in Bedford); The Corby Sixth Form, (opened in September 2023); and the National College for Motorsport alongside Silverstone race circuit. To widen accessibility to education and training, the Group also has community-based Learning Centres in Bedford, Corby and Kettering which offer IT training.

Safeguarding our Students

The Bedford College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to thorough vetting process which includes, an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide. The Bedford College Group's policy on Employment of Ex-Offenders is attached to this vacancy.

Candidates who are barred from working with children are reminded it is a criminal offence to apply for this post.