Teaching Assistant Level 1

All Soul's CE Primary; Heywood; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

All Souls’ CE Primary in Heywood is seeking a caring Teaching Assistant (Level 1) to provide 1:1 support for a child during term-time. The role is 32.5 hours per week, from 8.30am to 3.30pm, with a fixed-term contract linked to specific funding until 21st July 2027.

The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to help the child access learning and thrive within our school community, in a supportive, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Provide 1:1 support for a child within class setting.
• Collaborate with class teacher and SENCO to meet learning needs.
• Be flexible, enthusiastic and work well in a structured environment.

Responsibilities

• Support pupil access to learning during term-time hours.
• Assist with classroom tasks and learning activities.
• Contribute to safeguarding and welfare of pupils.

Skills

1:1 support

Teamwork

English speaking

Education

Teaching Assistant Level 1

Job description

Grade: Grade 2 (SCP 3 4)

Contract Type: Fixed Term

Hours: 32.5 Hours Per Week

Working Pattern: Term Time Part Time

Actual Salary: £18,650 - £18,943

Interview Date: Thursday 22nd October 2026

“A PLACE TO GROW”

A centre of excellent in terms of teaching and learning where children grow in knowledge, skills and understanding of the world around them to develop as secure, happy and tolerant members of society

Ofsted rated All Souls’ CE an Outstanding school with excellent achievement in both academic and personal development.

All Souls’ have a dedicated and supportive staff team who are committed to professional development and who aspire to achieve the best from our well behaved and motivated pupils.

We would like to appoint a caring and dedicated Teaching Assistant (Level 1) to provide 1:1 support for a child between the hours of 8.30am and 15.30pm. The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher and SENCO to support the child's individual needs, helping them to access learning and thrive within our school community.

The successful candidate we would like to appoint must be flexible, enthusiastic, passionate and be able to work as part of a skilled team within an organised and disciplined environment.

Applicants must have high expectations of what children can achieve and share our ambition in ensuring the very best for our children and their families.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring and background check

The ability to converse at ease with customers and service users and provide advice in accurate spoken English is an essential requirement of this post.

Applicants are advised that by applying for this position they are declaring that they are not subject to any immigration controls or restrictions that prohibit them undertaking work in the UK, and that they are able to provide proof of their Right to Work in the UK if they are invited to attend an interview.

The school will carry out an online search as part of their due diligence for all shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025.

This is a fixed term contract linked to specific funding, until 21st July 2027.

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