At a Glance
- Tasks: Support Year 4 pupils in a friendly primary school environment.
- Company: Welcoming primary school in Greater Manchester with a strong community ethos.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, long-term stability, and valuable experience in Key Stage 2.
- Other info: Join a nurturing environment focused on academic and emotional support.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while working in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification and experience in primary education.
The predicted salary is between 23400 - 29910 £ per year.
Location: United Kingdom, Rochdale
Employment term: Permanent
Working hours: Full Time
Extra benefits:
- Salary range: £92 - £112 per Day
Job description Level 3 Teaching Assistant - Year 3/4
Location: Greater Manchester
Start Date: ASAP
Contract: Full-time, long-term (full academic year)
Pay: In line with Level 3 TA scale
Hours: Monday to Friday, school hours
We are currently recruiting a qualified Level 3 Teaching Assistant to work on a full-time, long-term basis at a welcoming primary school in the Greater Manchester area. This role is for the full academic year and offers a fantastic opportunity to support pupils in Year 4 within a supportive and inclusive school environment.
About the School:
The school is a friendly and inclusive primary setting with a strong community ethos. Staff work collaboratively to ensure pupils are supported academically, socially, and emotionally. High expectations, positive behaviour, and a nurturing learning environment are central to the school’s approach.
Role Responsibilities:
- Provide in-class support for Year 4 pupils
- Work with small groups and individual pupils to support learning and progress
- Plan and deliver targeted intervention sessions
- Support pupils with a range of abilities, including those requiring additional support
- Assist the class teacher with lesson preparation and assessment support
- Promote positive behaviour and engagement in learning
- Help create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment
- Work closely with teachers, SEN staff, and other support staff
Requirements:
- Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (essential)
- Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant in a primary school
- Experience supporting pupils within Key Stage 2, ideally Year 4
- Confidence working independently and delivering interventions
- Strong behaviour management and communication skills
- A caring, proactive, and professional approach
- Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)
Why Apply?
- Full-time Level 3 Teaching Assistant role for the full academic year
- Pay in line with Level 3 TA scale
- Long-term stability within a supportive school
- Valuable Key Stage 2 experience
- Friendly and welcoming staff team
If you are a passionate and reliable Level 3 Teaching Assistant looking for a long-term role in a supportive primary school, we would love to hear from you.
We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.
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