Gilnow Primary School
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Teaching Assistant Level 3: Gilnow Primary School
Salary: Grade E, SCP 11-17 £29,071 to £32,046 pro rata
Actual Salary: £23,651 to £26,071
Hours: 36 hours per week - term time only (fewer hours spread across 5 days would be considered for an exceptional candidate)
Temporary contract until 31st August 2027 in the first instance
Start Date: 5th November 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter
Closing date: Friday 16th October at 9am
Interviews: Thursday 22nd October
Post Details: The Governing Board of Gilnow Primary School is seeking to appoint a highly skilled, temporary Level 3 Teaching Assistant with experience and knowledge of teaching in EYFS.
At Gilnow we can offer you the opportunity to:
- Work with happy children who come to school every day and always try their best.
- Become part of our friendly, hardworking and supportive staff and Governing Board team.
- Make a difference to the learning and life chances of our children.
- Benefit from a strong programme of CPD and staff development.
- Be part of a school that forms a genuine and supportive part of the local community.
The successful applicant will be expected to demonstrate:
- A genuine enthusiasm for working as part of a strong and dedicated Early Years team
- A good understanding of the needs of children in Early Years and the pedagogy of how young children develop and learn
- The highest quality of teaching and learning that result in excellent progress for all children
- A commitment to our inclusive and multi-cultural ethos
- The ability to build strong professional relationships with children
- High expectations of children’s learning, presentation and behaviour
- How to identify learning gaps and help shape and deliver quality interventions
- A hard working attitude and dedicated to meeting the needs of all of our children at all times
- Hold a Level 3 qualification in a relevant subject area
Visits to school are strongly encouraged we invite potential candidates to look around school at one of the following times: 09.10.26 at 2:30pm or 12.10.26 at 9:30am
Please telephone the School Office to book.
The School is committed to safer recruitment practice, and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and a barred list check.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and it expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment
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Teaching Assistant Level 3 NEW Gilnow Primary Posted today Bolton £23,651 to £26,071 Term Time Fixed Expires on 16/10/2026 employer: Green Fold
St James CE High School is an outstanding employer that prioritises the professional growth and wellbeing of its staff. With a strong commitment to continuous professional development, clear career progression pathways, and a supportive work culture, employees are encouraged to thrive in a collaborative environment. Located in Farnworth, Bolton, the school offers generous benefits including a healthcare cash plan, annual leave, and a focus on equality, diversity, and inclusion, making it an ideal place for passionate educators to make a meaningful impact.
