Teaching Assistant (Junior School)

CHEADLE HULME SCHOOL; Cheadle Hulme; On-site; GBP 6,000 - 9,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Cheadle Hulme is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant for their Junior School. The role involves supporting Key Stage 1 teachers by assisting with lesson planning and leading small-group activities. This temporary position runs from January to July 2026, offering competitive pro rata pay. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and experience in a primary school setting. Join a welcoming community where inclusion and care are prioritized.

Benefits

Warm and welcoming community

Focus on inclusion and care

Qualifications

• Experience within a primary school / Key Stage 1 setting would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist with lesson planning and delivery.
• Lead small-group activities.
• Supervise activity corners.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Strong communication skills

Experience in primary education

Job description

Teaching Assistant (Junior School)

Temporary, working January to 3 July 2026 | Term Time Only | 21 hours per week (Wednesday-Friday 8am-3.30pm)

Salary: £6,517- 8,993 actual pro rata, (£25,170 - £33,675 FTE) dependent on experience

Cheadle Hulme School is seeking a dedicated and caring Teaching Assistant to work within our Junior School. Working alongside the class teachers in Key Stage 1, you will support student learning and progress by assisting with lesson planning and delivery, leading small-group activities, and supervising activity corners.

We are looking for someone with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and experience within a primary school / Key Stage 1 setting would be advantageous.

A full job description and person specification is attached.

In return, CHS offers a warm and welcoming community, and the chance to work in a school where inclusion and care are at the heart of everything we do.

Cheadle Hulme School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to appropriate child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Closing date: Wednesday 03 December at 8am. We reserve the right to close applications early if sufficient interest is received.