Primary Teaching Assistant Level 2 - Support & Inclusion

St Vincent De Paul RC Primary School; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Governing Body support

Safeguarding procedures

Valued environment

CPD opportunities

LGPS employer contribution

Job summary

St Vincent De Paul RC Primary School is seeking a Teaching Assistant Level 2 to support teaching and learning, assisting with literacy and numeracy, preparing resources and promoting a safe, nurturing environment.

The role involves working under teaching staff, building positive relationships with pupils and families, and contributing to safeguarding and inclusion across the school. Start ASAP with a permanent contract; 31.25 hours per week during term time plus five days.

Qualifications

• Experience working with and/or caring for children, ideally within an educational setting.
• Awareness and understanding of the primary school curriculum.
• Commitment to inclusion and supporting all children to achieve their full potential.
• Ability to establish positive, respectful and supportive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Strong literacy, numeracy and communication skills.
• Skills and knowledge to support literacy and numeracy programmes and use ICT to enhance learning.
• Ability to organise and manage learning activities whilst maintaining a safe environment for pupils.
• High expectations of pupils and a commitment to helping every child fulfil their potential.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and contribute positively to school life.
• Flexible, dedicated and professional approach to work, alongside safeguarding and CPD.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning under the direction of teaching staff.
• Promote positive behaviour and pupil wellbeing.
• Support literacy and numeracy programmes and prepare learning resources.
• Maintain positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.
• Contribute to safeguarding and inclusive practice.

Skills

Experience with children

Curriculum knowledge

Inclusion commitment

Relationship-building

Literacy & numeracy skills

ICT for learning

Learning activity management

High expectations

Team player

Flexible and professional

Tools

ICT for learning

Job description

St Vincent De Paul RC Primary School is seeking a Teaching Assistant Level 2 to support teaching and learning, assisting with literacy and numeracy, preparing resources and promoting a safe, nurturing environment.

The role involves working under teaching staff, building positive relationships with pupils and families, and contributing to safeguarding and inclusion across the school. Start ASAP with a permanent contract; 31.25 hours per week during term time plus five days.