Teaching Assistant Level 2 - EYFS in Bury

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking Trust that believes in the power of education to transform lives. If you are passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative, inclusive environment where every child is supported to grow and flourish, we want to hear from you.

Job title

Teaching Assistant Level 2 (EYFS)

Location

St Stephen's C.E Primary School, Colville Drive, Bury, BL8 2DX

Salary FTE

£26,528 (Actual £12,066)

Working hours

19.5hrs per week, over 3 days

Contract

From September 2026, 1 year fixed term contract

Shortlisting deadline

30th June 2026

Interview date

9th July 2026

Benefits

• Collaborative and supportive trust-wide team that values your contributions.
• Trust-wide opportunities and CPD to develop your skills, experience, and professional development.
• Opportunity to make a positive impact within your school community.
• Enhanced Pension package with the Greater Manchester Pension Fund.
• Trust committed to the wellbeing of staff with access to a full range of confidentially offered wellbeing services including counselling, free flu jabs, online GP appointments and physiotherapy.

Responsibilities

• Deliver small group interventions in phonics, reading, writing, and maths.
• Support pupils in the classroom, promoting inclusion, independence, and self-esteem.
• Assist teachers with learning materials, classroom organisation, and pupil progress tracking.
• Contribute to the wider life of the school, including trips and enrichment activities.

Qualifications and Experience

• Appropriate qualification in Early Years Education.
• Relevant Level 2 Qualification (or working towards it) and a good standard of education (English and Maths).
• Experience of working with children, including those with SEND.
• Proactive, resilient attitude and strong communication skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusion.

Work location

While you will be based at St Stephen’s C of E Primary School, you may occasionally support or attend training across the wider Trust.

Contact

We warmly welcome visits to our school where you can learn more about our context, values, and community. To arrange this, or for an informal chat, please contact Sally Denney, Head Teacher, on 0161 764 1132.