Teaching Assistant level 2 with Lunchtime organiser role

SS Simon and Jude CE Primary; Farnworth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff benefits package

Job summary

SS Simon and Jude CE Primary is seeking a Classroom-Based Teaching Assistant Level 2 with an additional Learning Opportunity (LO) role. The position covers 32 hours as TA2 and 5 hours as LO, with a salary of £19,882.48 per annum (Term Time Only + 5 INSET Days).

The school is part of the Vantage CE Academies Trust, a network of ten schools across Greater Manchester. You will support children in the classroom, work with teachers to plan and deliver engaging lessons, and foster resilience,

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children in school or nursery settings.
• Strong behaviour management skills and ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Ability to work with teachers to plan, deliver and reflect on learning.

Responsibilities

• Support children in their learning and confidence in the classroom.
• Collaborate with teachers to plan, deliver and reflect on engaging lessons.
• Maintain high expectations and contribute to a nurturing classroom environment.
• Bring creativity, enthusiasm and a positive, patient approach to the team.

Skills

Behaviour management

Team collaboration

Support learning environments

Education

Level 2 or 3 Supporting Teaching & Learning

Job description

Join Our Team as a Classroom-Based Teaching Assistant Level 2 with additional LO Role.

You will work 32 Hours as TA2 and 5 Hours as LO (paid at a different rate of pay)

SS Simon and Jude CE Primary School is part of the vibrant Vantage CE Academies Trust, we believe every child deserves to feel inspired, supported and excited about learning. Since 2012, our Trust has grown to ten schools across Manchester, Trafford, Salford, Bolton and Knowsley; each one a place where children and adults achieve more together.

Our shared curriculum and approach to teaching and learning bring our schools together with a clear, ambitious vision, and we nurture pupils who are:

Resilient Ethical Communicators Collaborators Thinkers Adaptable Empathetic Respectful

These values shape everything we do, and we’re looking for someone who shares them.

We also recognise that working in a classroom can be incredibly rewarding and at times demanding. There will be moments when you’ll need strong behaviourmanagement skills, the ability to remain calm under pressure, and the resilience to navigate challenges. Throughout it all, kindness, empathy and a childcentred mindset remain at the heart of the role.

We’re looking for a Teaching Assistant Level 2 who:

1. Has experience supporting children in a school or nursery setting
2. Holds a Level 2 or 3 qualification in Supporting Teaching & Learning (or equivalent)
3. Understands how to work alongside teachers to plan, deliver and reflect on engaging learning
4. Sets high expectations and believes every child can succeed
5. Brings creativity, enthusiasm and a nurturing approach to the classroom
6. Can remain positive, patient and solutionfocused when faced with challenges
7. Thrives as part of a supportive, dedicated team

If you’re passionate about helping children grow in confidence, curiosity and independence, you’ll fit right in.

In return, we offer:

1. A warm, inclusive and diverse school community
2. Friendly, motivated and highly skilled colleagues who genuinely care
3. Opportunities to collaborate with staff across the Vantage Academy Trust
4. Strong commitment to your professional development and career growth
5. Supportive leadership who value your voice and your wellbeing
6. Access to an extensive staff benefits package

Actual Salary for part time and term time working: £19882.48 per annum (Term Time Only + 5 INSET Days)

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS. References will be requested prior to interview.