Teaching Assistant Level 2 NEW St Gabriel's RC Primary (Castleton) Posted today Rochdale £20,08[...]

Rochdale Borough Council; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school in Rochdale is seeking a dedicated teaching assistant to join their team. The role involves supporting children's learning, particularly those with special educational needs, and fostering a positive learning environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in early years education and a passion for helping children achieve their best. Ongoing training and a supportive team environment are offered.

Benefits

Ongoing training and support

Strong team environment

Supportive school ethos

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting children with SEND is advantageous.
• Ability to relate well to children and improve pupil achievement.
• EYFS experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support learning and development of children in the classroom.
• Implement actions in Learning Support Plans.
• Attend to personal needs of children including health and welfare.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Empathy

Education

Relevant qualifications for teaching assistant roles

Job description

Grade: Grade 3, SCP 5 - 6

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 35 hours per week

Working Pattern: Term time only

Actual Salary: £20,080 - £20,398

Interview Date: Wednesday 18^th June 2025

The Governing Body would like to appoint a highly motivated, enthusiastic and talented teaching assistant to our team. SEND and classroom experience is advantageous.

The successful candidate will support the learning and development of children of all abilities. We are looking for a good team player with excellent communication skills and the ability to relate well to children and have the commitment and enthusiasm to improve pupil achievement. The right candidate will ideally have EYFS experience and join our highly dedicated and supportive team to help us improve further on our learning journey and enable each of our children to achieve their best. Ongoing training will be offered and you will be well supported within a strong staff team.

We would like you to be able to:

• Work under the supervision of the class teacher implementing actions in Learning Support Plans and ensuring EHCP outcomes are achieved.
• Support the class teacher with day to day tasks and classroom responsibilities.
• Supervise and provide support to ensure the safety of pupils and enable them to access all areas of the curriculum.
• Attend to the personal needs of all children, including pastoral, social, health, physical hygiene and welfare.
• Establish good relationships with pupils, parents and staff.
• Promote inclusion and acceptance of all pupils.
• Encourage pupils to act independently where appropriate.
• Be a team player with the ability to further develop our strong Catholic ethos
• Experience of working with children with ASD/ADHD would be an advantage

In return we offer:

A successful school with a strong Catholic ethos that values the uniqueness of each individual

A dedicated team of experienced, hardworking staff committed to excellence

Enthusiastic, friendly, happy and caring children who want to learn

Strong support from governors and parents along with well-established links with the Parish and wider community

To apply for this position please download the application form and supporting documentation and send completed applications to [e-mail] by 11:59pm on Wednesday 11^th June 2025.

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 2024.

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.

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