4 x Teaching Assistants

Gorton Primary School; Manchester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Collaboration across Vantage Academy

Job summary

Gorton Primary School, part of the Vantage CE Academies Trust, invites applications for Classroom-Based Teaching Assistants. We have 4 positions in general and SEN-specific roles, offering a supportive, child-centred environment with opportunities for professional development.

The school values resilience, kindness and collaboration. Salary is £18,639 per annum (Term Time Only + 5 INSET Days) with SEN allowance where applicable. DBS checks and safeguarding apply.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children in school or nursery settings.
• Ability to work with teachers to plan, deliver and reflect on engaging lessons.
• Strong behaviour-management skills and resilience under pressure.
• Child-centred approach with creativity and empathy.

Responsibilities

• Assist in general classroom activities and SEN-specific support.
• Collaborate with teachers to plan, deliver and review learning sessions.

Skills

Experience supporting children

Teamwork

Behaviour management

Engagement & enthusiasm

Education

Level 2 or 3 Supporting Teaching & Learning

SEN qualification Level 2+

Job description

Join Our Team as a Classroom-Based Teaching Assistants

We have 4 positions available in both general classroom environments and SEN-focused roles.

At Gorton Primary School, part of the vibrant Vantage CE Academies Trust, we believe every child deserves to feel inspired, supported and excited about learning. Since 2012, our Trust has grown to ten schools across Manchester, Trafford, Salford, Bolton and Knowsley; each one a place where children and adults achieve more together.

Our shared curriculum and approach to teaching and learning bring our schools together with a clear, ambitious vision, and we nurture pupils who are:

Resilient Ethical Communicators Collaborators Thinkers Adaptable Empathetic Respectful

These values shape everything we do, and we’re looking for someone who shares them.

We also recognise that working in a classroom can be incredibly rewarding and at times demanding. There will be moments when you’ll need strong behaviour‑management skills, the abiity to remain calm under pressure, and the resilience to navigate challenges. Throughout it all, kindness, empathy and a child‑centred mindset remain at the heart of the role.

We’re looking for Teaching Assistants who:

1. Has experience supporting children in a school or nursery setting
2. Holds a Level 2 or 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching & Learning (or equivalent)
3. Holds SEN qualification at Level 2 or above
4. Understands how to work alongside teachers to plan, deliver and reflect on engaging learning
5. Sets high expectations and believes every child can succeed
6. Brings creativity, enthusiasm and a nurturing approach to the classroom
7. Can remain positive, patient and solution‑focused when faced with challenges
8. Thrives as part of a supportive, dedicated team

If you’re passionate about helping children grow in confidence, curiosity and independence, you’ll fit right in.

In return, we offer:

1. A warm, inclusive and diverse school community
2. Friendly, motivated and highly skilled colleagues who genuinely care
3. Opportunities to collaborate with staff across the Vantage Academy Trust
4. Strong commitment to your professional development and career growth
5. Supportive leadership who value your voice and your wellbeing
6. Access to an extensive staff benefits package

Actual Salary for part time and term time working: £18,639 per annum (Term Time Only + 5 INSET Days) + SEN allowance (if applicable)

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS. References will be requested prior to interview.