Teaching Assistant

St Mary's CE Primary (Hawkshaw); Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

St Mary's CE Primary School, Hawkshaw invites applications for an EYFS Teaching Assistant to join our warm, village school. The role supports a mixed Pre School and Reception class, with duties across morning and afternoon sessions.

You will work as part of a small team, assisting SEND learners in small groups and 1:1, helping to create a supportive, engaging learning environment. A commitment to safeguarding and professional development is required.

Qualifications

• Experience of supporting SEND children in small groups and 1:1
• Works well within a team and communicates effectively
• Demonstrates resilience and creativity in a classroom setting

Responsibilities

• Support a mixed Pre School and Reception class in EYFS
• Assist SEND learners in small groups and 1:1 sessions
• Be professional and contribute to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing

Skills

SEND support experience

Team player

Professional attitude

Job description

ST MARY'S CE PRIMARY SCHOOL HAWKSHAW

EYFS Teaching Assistant

Grade: TA 2, Grade 6, SCP 6

School: St Mary's CE Primary School, Hawkshaw

Working pattern: Monday Friday, 8.45am 12.10pm and 1.20pm 3.25pm, (with the option to work and additional 35 minutes each day, covering half of lunch time.)

Closing date: Monday 5th October 2026 at 10.00am

Interview date: To be confirmed

Start date: As soon as possible after appointment

St Mary's is a small, village primary school, nestled in beautiful village of Hawkshaw. We are looking to recruit a highly dedicated teaching assistant to work in our mixed Pre School and Reception class

We are looking for an individual who:

• is committed to working as part of a team
• has experience of supporting SEND children in small groups and 1:1
• is resilient and creative
• is professional at all times
• shares our vision and aims for all our pupils
• is dedicated and committed to the success of the school

We can offer:

• A welcoming and supportive environment
• Delightful children
• A school family, where staff care for and support each other
• An ethos of valuing and caring for all members of our school community
• A commitment to continuous improvement and your professional development

St Mary's Hawkshaw is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory disclosure at the appropriate level under the Disclosure and Barring Service.

In line with safer recruitment, please ensure that your application covers your full employment history and there is a reason noted for any gaps in employment. Successful candidates will be asked to provide relevant references for the past ten years and character references will not be accepted.