At a Glance
- Tasks: Support Year 4 pupils in a nurturing and inclusive primary school environment.
- Company: Welcoming primary school in Greater Manchester with a strong community ethos.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, full-time hours, and long-term stability.
- Other info: Join a friendly team dedicated to supporting every child's learning journey.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while gaining valuable teaching experience.
- Qualifications: Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification and experience in primary education.
The predicted salary is between 23990 - 29321 £ per year.
Location: United Kingdom, Rochdale
Advert start date: 23/07/2026
Sector: Education & Training
Employment term: Permanent
Working hours: Full Time
Salary range: £92 - £112 per Day
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
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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