Teaching Assistant at Little Leigh Primary School

The Macclesfield Academy; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

The Macclesfield Academy is seeking a caring Teaching Assistant to support pupils in a friendly village primary setting. You will assist teachers with classroom activities, support individuals and small groups, and help foster a nurturing, inclusive learning environment.

Hours are 8.30am–3.30pm, Monday to Friday, during term time, with a permanent contract of 32.5 hours per week. Start date is November/December 2026; a commitment to safeguarding and an enhanced DBS disclosure are essential.

Qualifications

• Is caring, patient and enthusiastic about supporting children's learning and development.
• Can adapt their support to meet a range of learning needs, helping every child feel included.
• Encourages curiosity, confidence and independence.
• Builds positive relationships with children, colleagues and families.
• Works well as part of a team and uses their initiative.
• Enjoys supporting creative activities and outdoor learning.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting children's wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Support children’s learning in the classroom, individually and in small groups.
• Help create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment where every child feels known, valued and supported.
• Share commitment to curiosity, creativity and outdoor learning to help children thrive.
• Work hours are 8.30am to 3.30pm, Monday to Friday.
• Assist with safeguarding and promoting children's wellbeing.

Skills

Caring

Patient

Adaptable

Inclusive education

Team player

Outdoor learning

Safeguarding

Job description

Salary: Grade 4 - SCP 5 - SCP 6, £26,427 - £26,847 (FTE). Actual Salary £19,515.26 - £20,274.05

Contract type: Permanent, 32.5 hours per week, term time only.

Start date: November/December 2026

About Us

Little Leigh Primary School is a small, friendly village school in the heart of Cheshire, with a strong sense of community and a commitment to ensuring every child feels known, valued and supported.

About This Role

Role: Teaching Assistant

Salary: Grade 4 - SCP 5 - SCP 6, £26,427 - £26,847 (FTE). Actual Salary £19,515.26 - £20,274.05

Contract type: Permanent, 32.5 hours per week, term time only.

Reporting to: Headteacher

Start date: November/December 2026

About Us

Little Leigh Primary School is a small, friendly village school in the heart of Cheshire, with a strong sense of community and a commitment to ensuring every child feels known, valued and supported.

As a single-form entry school with small class sizes, we offer a nurturing environment where our dedicated and passionate team delivers a child-centred education that inspires curiosity, creativity and a lifelong love of learning. We encourage every child to develop confidence, resilience and kindness, with positive relationships at the heart of school life.

Outdoor learning is an important part of our approach. We make the most of our beautiful surroundings to enrich the curriculum, promote wellbeing and help children connect with the world around them.

Joining our school means becoming part of a team committed to making a positive difference to our pupils, our village and the wider community.

About The Role

We are looking for a caring and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our friendly village primary school. Working closely with teachers, you will support children’s learning in the classroom, individually and in small groups, helping them build confidence, develop independence and engage fully in school life.

You will help create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment where every child feels known, valued and supported. Sharing our commitment to curiosity, creativity and outdoor learning, you will play an important part in helping children thrive.

Working hours are 8.30am to 3.30pm, Monday to Friday.

Your Responsibilities

Please refer to the job description attached.

• Is caring, patient and enthusiastic about supporting children’s learning and development.
• Can adapt their support to meet a range of learning needs, helping every child feel included.
• Encourages curiosity, confidence and independence.
• Builds positive relationships with children, colleagues and families.
• Works well as part of a team and uses their initiative.
• Enjoys supporting creative activities and outdoor learning.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting children’s wellbeing.

Closing Date: Monday 9th November 2026, 9am.

Interview Date: Week commencing 9th November 2026

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant must have enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. The school is an equal opportunities employer.