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Vale View Primary School is seeking a committed and proactive Teaching Assistant to support a child in the Resource Base on a one-to-one basis. The fixed-term position requires experience in primary education and a relevant qualification, contributing to safe and enriching learning experiences for children. Join a dedicated team focusing on inspiring and developing the next generation at our inclusive school.
Vale View Primary
Mill Lane
Stockport
SK5 6TP
Job Title: Teaching Assistant 1-1 (Resource base)
Contract: Fixed term (for the length of time the child is at school)
Salary: Scale 3 £24,790.00 - £25,183.00 FTE pro rata is £16,762.53 - £17,028.27
Hours: 29.25 hours per week (8.40 am to 3.15 pm - Monday to Friday)
Start date: 01/09/2025
Vale View Primary School currently has an exciting vacancy for a proactive and effective Teaching Assistant (Level 2) to work on a one to one basis supporting a child in our Resource Base. The position will start 1st September 2025 and will be fixed term. The ideal candidate will have experience of working in a primary school and hold a relevant Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) or be willing to work towards this. You will be predominantly working within our Resource Base and with a child with special educational needs and will work with our caring and dedicated team to support the child’s learning and social development by providing high quality learning opportunities and care.
Vale View Primary is a larger than average school situated at the heart of the local community. Our vision is to work with our families to ensure that children are well prepared for the next stage of their education. We do this by ensuring children have access to a wide range of experiences through a broad and rich curriculum.
We are committed to developing our staff team and providing opportunities for self-development and career progression. You will work with a highly committed and experienced team to build on and develop the success of the school. If you are proactive, highly motivated and care about inspiring children and making a difference, we would like to meet you.
About you:
You will hold a relevant Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) or be willing to work towards this
You will have successful experience of working in school setting and ideally within a Resource Base or specialist provision
You will have a good working knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage and National Curriculum
You will have knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and have experience of working to support children who have special educational needs
You will have excellent literacy (Level 2 qualification), numeracy and IT skills
You will be committed, motivated, proactive and flexible
You will enjoy working as part of a team
You will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work in partnership with parents, staff and outside agencies
You will have a sound knowledge of safeguarding
About us:
Our pupils are enthusiastic and are proud of their school
We have a highly committed team of professionals
We offer an excellent working environment and high-quality resources
We provide opportunities to take part in high quality CPD and work with colleagues from beyond our school
The support of a committed and experienced Local Governing Body
This is an exciting opportunity to join our highly dedicated and friendly team. If you would like to visit the school, please contact the Office Manager, Miss Georgina White for further information.
Email: admin@valeview.stockport.sch.uk
The application forms and an information pack are available to download from here. Completed forms should be returned to the school via the above email address or posted to the school address above.
Vale View Primary 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
Closing Date: Thursday 10th July 2025
Interview Date: 14/07/2025
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