Teaching Assistant Level 1

St Thomas More RC Primary; Middleton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Thomas More R.C. Primary School in Middleton, Manchester, is seeking a Teaching Assistant to join from October/November 2026 on a temporary contract.

The role is term-time, part-time, 31.25 hours per week, with a salary of £17,933 to £18,214 per year. The successful candidate will support children to achieve excellent pupil progress, contribute to departmental planning as part of a team, and work with parents to provide high-quality support.

Responsibilities

• Have high expectations and a proven track record in supporting children in making excellent pupil progress.
• Be a supportive colleague and play a full part in departmental planning as a key member of a team.
• Be innovative and highly motivated.
• Be able to monitor standards and progress with the view to further develop improvement.
• Be able to work with parents and carers in providing excellent support.

Job description

Grade: Grade 2 (SCP 3 4)

Contract Type: Temporary

Hours: 31.25 Hours Per Week

Working Pattern: Term Time Part Time

Actual Salary: £17,933 - £18,214

Interview Date: Wednesday 7th October 2026

St. Thomas More R.C. Primary School in Middleton, Manchester are looking for a Teaching Assistant to become a part of our school team from October/ November 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity to join our school and shape the future.

We need teaching assistants with a passion to join our friendly dynamic Catholic school.

We will provide you with the opportunity to develop professionally as part of a dedicated, creative and visionary team.

The successful candidate will:

• Have high expectations and a proven track record in supporting children in making excellent pupil progress.
• Be a supportive colleague and play a full part in departmental planning as a key member of a team.
• Be innovative and highly motivated.
• Be able to monitor standards and progress with the view to further develop improvement.
• Be able to work with parents and carers in providing excellent support.

This vacancy presents an exciting opportunity for teaching standards with energy, creativity and ambition to work in a school committed to achievement, raising standards and continuous professional development of staff.

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 2026.

This is a Temporary contract, pending a review of the schools staffing structure.

Applicants are informed that if appointed to this post their contract of employment will be with the school governing board who is the employer, and not Rochdale Council.

Supporting Documents

• Policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders
• Privacy Notice
• CES Application Form
• Job Description
• Person Specification