Teaching Assistant 3

TRAFFORD COUNCIL; Trafford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

The Dean Trust’s Partington Central Academy in Partington, Manchester, is seeking a motivated Teaching Assistant to work across KS1 and KS2. The role requires experience with the primary age group and the relevant qualification.

The successful candidate will contribute to a high standard of learning support, maintain positive classroom practices, and demonstrate teamwork andenthusiasm in a safeguarding focused environment.

Qualifications

• Experience of working within the primary age group.
• Holding the relevant Teaching Assistant qualification.

Responsibilities

• Support learning across KS1 and KS2.
• Assist with literacy, numeracy and ICT activities.
• Contribute to a positive behaviour and learning environment.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

KS1/KS2 experience

Literacy skills

Numeracy skills

ICT skills

Team player

Education

Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

The Dean Trust
Partington Central Academy
Central Road
Partington
Manchester
M31 4FL
0161 775 2937
[e-mail]
www.partingtoncentralacademy.co.uk
Miss A Edwards

Teaching Assistant 3 - Expected start date January 2026 - Fixed Term
Band 4 scale 12 - Salary (Pro-Rata’d Actual Salary - £24597)
Hours 36.25 per week

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, flexible and motivated Teaching Assistant to work across KS1 and KS2. Applicants must demonstrate experience of working within the primary age group and hold the relevant qualification.

The successful candidate will demonstrate the following qualities:

• Excellent skills in terms of EYFS, KS1 and/or KS2 practice
• Excellent literacy, numeracy and ICT skills
• Excellent skills in terms of classroom practice
• High expectations of children’s learning and behaviour
• Commitment, flexibility and enthusiasm
• An effective team member
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

The Dean Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check.

Closing Date - Wednesday 25 November 2026 at 3.00 pm
Shortlisting – Thursday 26 November 2026
Interviews – Week commencing Monday 30 November 2026