Job Title: Teaching Assistant Level 2
School name: Moorgate Primary School
Salary: Grade D SCP 6 (Actual salary £20,193.15)
Working Pattern: Full Time (Term time plus 5 days)
Working Hours: 32.5 hours Monday to Friday
Contract Type: Permanent subject to a successful probationary period
Start date: ASAP
Closing Date & Short Listing: Thursday 15th October 2026
Interview Date: Thursday 22nd October 2026
The Role
Moorgate is a fully inclusive primary school in the Tonge Moor area of Bolton. We are looking to appoint a caring and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant Level 2 to join our team. You will support the learning, development and wellbeing of children aged 2 -11 in a safe and nurturing environment. The successful applicant will have excellent communication skills (oral and written), be resilient and have good time management.
Key responsibilities
- Supporting children’s learning through play and planned activities
- Ensuring a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment
- Working closely with colleagues and parents
- Observing and recording children’s development
Requirements
- NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent in Teaching Assistant or Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools
- Experience of working with or caring for children within an educational setting
- Good communication and teamwork skills
We can offer
- An outstanding and friendly school that is actively involved in its community
- A professional, positive and hard-working team
- A supportive and knowledgeable governing body
- Happy children who love learning and coming to school
- The Moorgate Family Ethos of Aspire, Achieve and Sparkle
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
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