General Primary Teaching Assistant

Aspire People; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking a full-time Year 2 Teaching Assistant for a welcoming primary school in Rochdale. The role involves supporting classroom activities and the education of pupils while working Monday to Friday from September 2025 to July 2026, with potential for permanent employment. Ideal candidates will have previous experience and a strong understanding of the Key Stage 1 curriculum.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a general Teaching Assistant required.
• Reliable, proactive, and passionate about supporting children.
• Strong understanding of Key Stage 1 curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Provide general classroom support to the class teacher.
• Assist with delivering engaging lessons and activities.
• Promote a positive learning environment.

Skills

Understanding of Key Stage 1 curriculum

Proactive

Enthusiasm for children's learning

Education

Experience as Teaching Assistant

KS1 experience preferred

Job description

Full-Time Year 2 Teaching Assistant - Rochdale (OL12)
September 2025 - July 2026 | Monday to Friday | 8:30am - 3:30pm

Aspire People, an education specialist agency, is currently recruiting for a General Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Rochdale (OL12).

Role Details:
* Position: Year 2 Teaching Assistant
* Type: Full-Time, Term-Time
* Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm, Monday to Friday
* Start Date: September 2025
* End Date: July 2026 (with potential for a permanent school contract)
* Salary: Competitive, based on experience


Key Responsibilities:
* Provide general classroom support to the class teacher and pupils
* Assist with delivering engaging lessons and activities
* Promote a positive learning environment
* Support the whole class - no 1:1 or SEN support required


Requirements:
* Previous experience as a general Teaching Assistant (KS1 experience preferred)
* Strong understanding of the Key Stage 1 curriculum
* Reliable, proactive, and passionate about supporting children's learning


If you're enthusiastic, experienced, and ready to join a fantastic school team, we'd love to hear from you.


To apply, please send your CV to Mica at Aspire People.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.