Teaching Assistant Level 2

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Watergrove Trust in the West Pennine area seeks a dedicated classroom assistant to support the class teacher in delivering high-quality teaching and learning. The role focuses on fostering a nurturing, engaged classroom where every child can thrive.

The position is permanent, 34 hours per week, term-time only plus 2 training days (192 days total). GCSEs in Maths and English are required, with a passion for helping students reach their best and a collaborative approach to teamwork.

Qualifications

• Holds GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English.
• Commitment to supporting students to achieve their best.
• Nurturing and patient approach with children.
• Strong communication skills with children and staff.
• Team player who can use own initiative.
• Enthusiastic, reliable and proactive.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering high-quality teaching and learning.
• Contribute to a positive, safe and engaging classroom environment.
• Assist with in-class activities and individual learning opportunities as needed.

Skills

Communication with children

Team player

Initiative

Enthusiastic

Organised

Reliability

Education

GCSE Maths and English

Job description

Required to start: ASAP

Permanent

Pattern of Hours: 34 hours per week; Term Time Only Plus 2 training days (192 days total)

Day Pattern: Monday to Friday

About us:

The Watergrove Trust is a highly successful Multi Academy Trust, situated in the West Pennine area, where community and faith schools work in partnership to serve our diverse local area. The schools share the same drive and determination to promote the best possible academic standards, whilst developing children of unique character, preparing them well for their lives ahead.

After expanding in February 2025, the Trust has nine member schools:

• Wardle Academy, Matthew Moss High School and Falinge Park High School (Secondary).
• Kentmere Academy, St. James’ CE Primary School, St. Andrew’s CE Primary School, Moorhouse Academy, St Mary’s CE Primary School and Sandbrook Community Primary School (Primary).

Why should you apply to work for the Watergrove Trust:

We are a learning community that cares for all our children and their families. We constantly strive to be the best learners and best educators we can be in order to make positive contributions to our local and global community. We learn to live healthily and happily and love to learn in a fun and caring environment to secure successful futures for all.

The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting the class teacher in the delivery of high quality teaching and learning. This role requires passion, organisation, excellent communication and initiative as you will have a direct impact on children’s outcomes and opportunities.

If you are passionate about education, eager to support students in their learning journey, and ready to make a positive impact in the classroom, Sandbrook wants you. Our desire and commitment for every child to be safe, happy and to achieve well, no matter the barriers they may face, is our priority.

Fantastic professional learning and training opportunities are available within the school and the Trust.

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English
• Has a commitment to supporting our students to achieve their very best.
• Is a nurturing person.
• Has excellent strategies to communicate with children
• Is an excellent team player.
• Has the ability to use their own initiative
• Is enthusiastic and reliable
• Is confident working with individual children and creating learning opportunities based on individual needs.

In return we can offer:

• Friendly, motivated and caring children who are keen to learn.
• An enthusiastic and committed staff.
• A leadership team committed to continuous school improvement.
• A friendly and welcoming school community.
• Wonderful children who enjoy learning
• Fantastic CPD opportunities are available within the school and the Trust.

To apply, please complete our online application form by 23.59 pm Monday 07 September 2026

Interviews are planned to be held on Friday 11 September 2026.

Watergrove Trust 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 pre-employment clearances including enhanced Disclosure & Barring and Childcare Disqualification Check.

The Watergrove Trust values diversity in its workforce. We are committed to ensuring that no unlawful discrimination occurs in the recruitment and selection process on the grounds of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, transgender, including those with non-binary identities, religion or belief or pregnancy and maternity.

Thank you in advance for your application. Please note we will only contact shortlisted candidates. If you haven’t heard from us by the interview date please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.'

Supporting Documents

TA2 Job Description & Person Specification