KS2 Teaching Assistant

Stockport Council; Cheadle; On-site; GBP 16,234 - 16,522; Part time

Job summary

Tithe Barn Primary School is seeking an exceptional KS2 Teaching Assistant to join our hardworking and supportive team. You will work across KS2, supporting groups and individuals, and deliver targeted phonics interventions while collaborating with teachers to raise attainment.

The role is 27.5 hours per week, term-time only, on a fixed-term contract to 31 August 2027. The school values inclusion, safeguarding, and professional development for all staff.

Qualifications

• Prior experience supporting child development
• Good phonics knowledge and ability to deliver phonics interventions
• Understanding of how children learn and engaging strategies
• Good behaviour management skills
• Flexibility to adapt to different year groups and pupils
• Effective communication skills
• Team player with SEND focus

Responsibilities

• Supporting groups and individuals with their learning across KS2
• Working flexibly across all year groups within KS2
• Collaborating closely with class teachers and colleagues from across the school
• Delivering targeted interventions, including phonics support
• Supporting pupils with SEND to make progress both academically and pastorally
• Promoting the school's ethos and values in all aspects of your work

Skills

Phonics knowledge

SEND support

Behaviour management

Communication skills

Team player

Flexibility across KS2

Engagement strategies

Job description

Tithe Barn Primary School
Mauldeth Road
Stockport
SK4 3NG
0161 432 4941

Job Title: KS2 Teaching Assistant

Salary: Scale 3 point 5-6 £16,234 to £16,522 pro rata actual salary

Hours: 27.5 hours per week

Working Pattern: Term time only

Contract Type: Fixed term until 31st August 2027

Closing Date: Tuesday 1st September 2026

Shortlisting: Wednesday 2nd September 2026

Interview Date: Tuesday 8th September 2026

Start Date: ASAP After appointment

Overview

We are looking for an exceptional Teaching Assistant to join our hardworking and supportive team at Tithe Barn Primary School. Our school is a caring, inclusive community school where every child is valued and supported to reach their full potential. Our aim is to engage our pupils with a rich and fun learning environment. Tithe Barn is a haven of inclusivity where all children are supported to achieve their true potential.

Responsibilities

• Supporting groups and individuals with their learning across KS2
• Working flexibly across all year groups within KS2
• Collaborating closely with class teachers and colleagues from across the school
• Delivering targeted interventions, including phonics support
• Supporting pupils with SEND to make progress both academically and pastorally
• Promoting the school's ethos and values in all aspects of your work

Qualifications

• Prior experience and knowledge of effectively supporting child development
• Good knowledge of phonics and ability to deliver effective phonics interventions
• Understanding of how children learn and a range of strategies to engage pupils
• Good behaviour management skills
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to the needs of different year groups and pupils
• Effective communication skills
• Team player experience
• Passion for ensuring SEND pupils make excellent progress

What We Offer

• A supportive environment with staff, parents, leadership, and governors
• Enthusiastic children
• An inclusive community atmosphere
• Opportunities for high-quality professional development and training
• The chance to make a real difference to the lives of our pupils

Recruitment & Safeguarding

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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

Stockport Council – Valuing Diversity