Primary Teaching Assistant (KS1-KS2) - Impactful Support

Partington Central Academy; Trafford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Partington Central Academy, part of The Dean Trust, invites applications for a Teaching Assistant 3 on a fixed-term contract starting January 2026. The post carries Band 4 scale 12 and a pro-rata salary of £24,597 for a 36.25 hour week. The Dean Trust supports safeguarding and requires an Enhanced DBS check.

The successful candidate will assist across KS1/KS2, uphold high expectations of pupils, and contribute to a positive learning environment as a committed team member.

Qualifications

• Experience working with primary age groups (KS1/KS2) or EYFS.
• Excellent literacy, numeracy and ICT skills.
• Strong classroom practice.
• High expectations of learning and behaviour.
• Commitment, flexibility and enthusiasm.
• Team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Work across KS1 and KS2.
• Support learning and behaviour management in class.

Skills

EYFS/KS1/KS2 practice

Literacy skills

Numeracy skills

ICT skills

Classroom practice

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Relevant qualification

Job description

Partington Central Academy, part of The Dean Trust, invites applications for a Teaching Assistant 3 on a fixed-term contract starting January 2026. The post carries Band 4 scale 12 and a pro-rata salary of £24,597 for a 36.25 hour week. The Dean Trust supports safeguarding and requires an Enhanced DBS check.

The successful candidate will assist across KS1/KS2, uphold high expectations of pupils, and contribute to a positive learning environment as a committed team member.