Teaching Assistant level 2 (grade 3)

Cheetwood Community Primary School; Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 26 days’ annual leave

Buy up to two extra weeks’ leave

Up to 3 days’ volunteering leave

35-hour work week

Annual pay review with unions

Local government pension scheme

Enhanced parental and carers leave

Employee discounts and perks

Good Employment Charter member

Job summary

Cheetwood Primary School is seeking a dedicated Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join our EYFS team in Manchester. The role focuses on supporting early learning through play, communication, and development, alongside a committed team.

The successful candidate will work primarily in EYFS, contributing to a pupil-centred approach and upholding our school values. A Level 2 TA qualification and safeguarding commitment are essential, with a 35-hour week and 26,427–26,847 salary.

Qualifications

• A Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (or equivalent Level 2 Award).
• Experience working within EYFS and understanding of child development.
• Committed to safeguarding, inclusion, and the wellbeing of all pupils.

Responsibilities

• Support high-quality teaching and learning within EYFS and help children reach early developmental milestones.
• Deliver small-group and 1:1 intervention as directed by class teachers.
• Foster a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment reflecting our ethos and values.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Adaptable

Initiative

Safeguarding

Team player

Education

Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools

Job description

Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Full Time, 35 hours per week
Number of Positions: 1
Qualifications Required: NVQ level 2 or equivalent childcare qualification
Start Date: 5th October 2026
Salary: £26,427 - £26,847 per annum

Cheetwood Primary School is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and nurturing team.

The successful candidate will primarily work within our Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), supporting high-quality learning through play, communication, and early development.

Our school ethos, “Learn Together, Grow Together,” underpins everything we do. We are proud of our pupil-led values, which guide our learning community: we encourage our children to be curious, hopeful, empowered, enthusiastic, tolerant, willing to try, optimistic, original and diverse. We are looking for a TA who will champion and model these values every day.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support high-quality teaching and learning within EYFS, helping children achieve their early developmental milestones.
• Deliver small-group and 1:1 intervention as directed by class teachers.
• Foster a safe, inclusive and stimulating learning environment that reflects our ethos and values.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Support behaviour management and uphold the school’s values and expectations.
• Assist with assessment, observations, and recording of pupils’ progress.
• Promote our values by encouraging learners to be curious, confident, resilient and open-minded.
• Contribute to wider school life and work effectively as part of a committed team.

Further information on the role and visits to the school can be arrange by emailing [e-mail] or by calling the main school office on 1061 8342104

We are looking for someone who:

• A Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools (or an equivalent Level 2 Award)
• Has experience working within EYFS and a good understanding of child development.
• Is adaptable, confident, and able to take initiative when working with pupils.
• Is committed to safeguarding, inclusion, and the wellbeing of all pupils.
• Is positive, patient, proactive, and passionate about early education.
• Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Embodies and models our school values, promoting curiosity, enthusiasm, optimism and respect for diversity.
• Holds a current paediatric first aid qualification or has a willingness to undertake appropriate training

Working for Manchester City Council is a chance to make a real difference in a diverse city that leads change and improves lives. Whether you’re supporting communities or improving public services, you’ll help create opportunities and shape a better future for everyone

Benefits we offer:

• Up to 26 days’ annual leave, rising to 31 days after five years’service
• Buy up to two extra weeks’ leave
• Up to 3 days’ volunteering leave
• A 35-hour work week for full-time roles
• We review pay each year and recognise three trade unions
• TheUK’s largest local government pension scheme
• Enhanced parental and carers leave
• Employee discounts and perks
• Good Employment Charter member

For more information about working for Manchester Council, please visit Careers - Manchester City Council

Creating an Inclusive Team at Manchester City Council

Manchester City Council values equality and works to provide a fair and inclusive environment for a workforce that is as diverse as the communities it serves. We want to further increase the diversity of our workforce, in particular the number of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic staff and disabled staff at all levels of the Council. This advert is open to all applicants, and we would particularly welcome applications from candidates identifying with one or both of those characteristics.

Guaranteed Assessment Scheme

We guarantee assessments for applicants who meet the recruiting panels minimum shortlisting requirement for the role and identify with at least one of the criteria below:

• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
• Are currently in care, or have previously been in care.
• If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term condition
• Have you completed the GM Elevate (Leadership Development) Programme or any MCC positive action programmes?

When You Join Us

We’re a Disability Confident Employer, offering:

• A workplace adjustment hub which provides specialist support, advice and guidance to ensure you have the adjustments needed to thrive at work.
• Disabled Staff Network, Neurodiversity Staff Network and Mental Health Staff Network that provides a safe inclusive space to share experiences and opportunities to influence council practice.
• A strong commitment to ensuring all information adheres to accessibility standards and that our workplaces are accessible and disability-friendly.

For more information about the role or any adjustments, email [e-mail].

What we will need from you if you're successful

In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. This is not a role we consider to be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route based on Manchester City Council policy. Candidates are therefore encouraged to consider their own right to work options without the requirement for Manchester City Council sponsorship.

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, younger learners and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. The above post will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here

This post is also subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 and other pre-employment checks where applicable.

We strive to create a fair and inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.