Teaching Assistant Level 2

Bury Council; Bury; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

Hollins Grundy Primary School in Bury is seeking a Teaching Assistant Level 2 to join a supportive team. The role is 30 hours per week during term time, with a fixed-term contract until 31 August 2027, by arrangement with the Headteacher. Experience with KS1/KS2 and supporting children with additional needs would be beneficial.

Applications should reflect full employment history. The school is committed to safeguarding; disclosures will be carried out as part of recruitment.

Qualifications

• Experience and/or training relevant to working in Key Stage 1 or 2 would be advantageous.
• Experience of supporting children with individual learning needs would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist teaching staff in KS1/KS2 classes and support group activities.
• Support children with learning needs and help with classroom tasks under supervision.
• Contribute to safeguarding and welfare of students in line with school policy.

Skills

Self-motivation

Enthusiasm

KS1/KS2 experience

Learning support

Job description

HOLLINS GRUNDY PRIMARY SCHOOL

Happiness, Health and Respect for Confident, Creative Learners

HOLLINS GRUNDY PRIMARY SCHOOL

Teaching Assistant Level 2

Required as soon as possible for 30 hours per week term time only, by arrangement with the Headteacher. This is a fixed term contract until 31.08.27, although this could be extended.

We are seeking to appoint a self-motivated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our experienced and supportive team.

Experience and/or previous training relevant to working in Key Stage 1 or 2 would be advantageous. Additionally, experience of supporting children with individual learning needs would also be advantageous.

Closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Friday 16th October 2026, with interviews being held on Thursday 22nd October 2026.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory disclosure at the appropriate level under the Disclosure and Barring Service.

In line with safer recruitment, please ensure that your application covers your full employment history and there is a reason noted for any gaps in employment. Successful candidates will be asked to provide relevant references for the past ten years and character references will not be accepted.

Mr P Thomas-Stanley, School Business Manager, Hollins Grundy Primary School, The Hags, Off Hollins Lane, Hollins, Bury BL9 8AY.

For further information please see:

• Job description and person specification
• Application Form
• Privacy notice
• Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy