Teaching Assistant

Old Moat; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Crab Lane Primary School in Blackley Village near Manchester is seeking two enthusiastic, caring Teaching Assistants (Level 2) to join our friendly team. The posts are fixed-term, full-time (34.5 hours per week) with a start date of 19 November 2026.

You will support our pupils aged 3–11, work closely with teachers, and contribute to a nurturing environment; GCSEs in English and Maths are required. Visits can be arranged via the school office.

Qualifications

• Has GCSEs or equivalent in English and Maths.
• Demonstrates genuine passion for helping children succeed.
• Represents a caring, patient, enthusiastic and positive attitude.
• Understands every child is different and may need different approaches.

Skills

Passion for children

Caring

Patience

Team player

Flexibility

Education

GCSE English and Maths

Job description

About The Role

Contract Type: TTO plus 5 days , Fixed term contract
Working Hours: Full Time, 34.5 hours per week
Number of positions: 2
Qualifications Required: GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths
Start Date:19th November 2026
Salary: £26,847 per annum

We are looking for two enthusiastic, caring and committed Teaching Assistants (Level 2) to join our friendly and supportive school team.

We are seeking people who are passionate about making a difference to children’s lives, enjoy working as part of a team and will bring energy, patience and positivity to our school.

About the Candidate

Crab Lane Primary School is a friendly and welcoming primary school in the heart of Blackley Village. We are just four miles from Manchester city centre and close to Heaton Park.

Crab Lane benefits from excellent transport links. We are easily accessible by road, Bowker Vale tram stop is nearby, and regular bus services stop on Chapel Lane, making the school convenient to reach from across North Manchester and the wider area

We are a busy two-form entry primary school with nearly 400 pupils aged from 3 to 11. Our children are at the heart of everything we do, and we are committed to providing them with the very best opportunities, care and support throughout their time with us.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a genuine passion for working with children and helping them to succeed


• Is caring, patient, enthusiastic and positive


• Understands that every child is different and may need a different approach to help them thrive


• Can build warm, positive relationships with children


• Works well as part of a team and is willing to get involved in all aspects of school life


• Has high expectations for children's learning, behaviour and wellbeing


• Is flexible, reliable and able to use their initiative


• Has experience of supporting children in a school or Early Years setting

In return, we can offer:

• Wonderful children who are at the heart of everything we do


• A welcoming, friendly and supportive staff team


• A school that values the contribution of every member of staff


• Opportunities for training and professional development


• A positive working environment where new ideas are welcomed


• The opportunity to make a real difference to our children and families

Please indicate within your application whether you are particularly interested in the Key Stage 1 post, the SEND and Early Years post, or would like to be considered for either position.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. If you would like to visit school please contact the school office on 0161 740 2851. Visits will take place on Thursday the 1st October at 2pm.

About Us

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, younger learners and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. The above post will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here.

This post is also subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 and other pre-employment checks where applicable.

We strive to create a fair and inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation