Early Years Teaching Assistant and Midday Assistant

Stockport Council; Stockport; On-site; GBP 8,600 - 9,300; Part time

Job summary

Brookside Primary School in Stockport is seeking an Early Years Foundation Stage Teaching Assistant (TA) and Midday Assistant. The post includes 12 hours per week as a TA at Scale 2 Point 3 (£13.28/hour) plus 1 hour per week as MDA at Scale 1 Point 3 (£13.28/hour).

This fixed-term role runs until 31 August 2027, term-time only, with a start date as soon as possible. The appointed TA will support the EYFS teacher, assist with pupils with SEND, work with small groups or individuals, and take on

Qualifications

• Experience as teaching assistant in an EYFS setting.
• Willingness to perform midday duties.
• Fixed-term contract until 31/08/2027 and term-time only.

Responsibilities

• Support the teacher in the EYFS classroom in an appropriate learning environment.
• Assist pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
• Work with small groups or individuals during the class or withdrawal sessions.
• Be an integral part of Brookside Primary School, collaborating with staff.

Skills

EYFS support

Teaching assistant experience

First aid

Job description

BROOKSIDE PRIMARY SCHOOL Ashbourne Drive High Lane Stockport Cheshire SK6 8DB Phone: [phone] Email: [e-mail] Website: www.brooksideprimary.com

Job Title: Early Years Foundation Stage Teaching Assistant (TA)/Midday Assistant

Salary: TA 12 hours per week Scale 2 Point 3 (£13.28 per hour) plus MDA 1 hour per week Scale 1 Point 3 (£13.28 per hour)

Contract Type: Fixed Term 1 until 31/08/2027 Term time only

Closing Date: 22nd October 2026

Interview Date: TBA

Start Date of Post: As soon as possible

We are seeking to appoint a teaching assistant for Early Years to compliment the class teacher's role in the EYFS classroom. This role would suit an experienced teaching assistant. Midday duties are required as part of the roles to support children during lunchtime

Main purpose of the role

• To provide support to the teacher in the EYFS classroom, in an appropriate learning environment
• Assisting with the integration of pupils with special educational needs
• Supporting children within a small group or on an individual basis within the classroom or on a withdrawal basis
• To be an integral part of the school, working in close partnership with all staff

Main Duties and responsibilities

• To support, assist & supervise children in or outside classes under the direction of the teacher
• To participate in the planning process as directed by the teacher
• To provide assistance in the development of learning resources within the school
• To undertake basic first aid duties and attend to sick children
• To provide support for children with physical needs
• To provide clerical assistance as necessary e.g. reading records

Brookside Primary School is a small, friendly inclusive school where the children always come first. We are looking for someone who shares the same ethos and who will fit in well to our school community. For further information about the school visit our website at www.brooksideprimary.com.

Brookside Primary School is committed to keeping students safe and stringently follows the procedures outlined in the 'Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment in Education'. We expect all staff and volunteers to share our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in our school.

Brookside Primary School is committed to keeping students safe and stringently follows the procedures outlined in the 'Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruitment in Education'. We expect all staff and volunteers to share our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in our school.

The successful applicant's appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

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