Teaching Assistant Level 4

Rochdale Council; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochdale Council seeks a passionate Level 4 Teaching Assistant for Brimrod Primary School to start on September 1, 2025. The role involves supporting teaching, providing targeted help to students, and fostering a positive learning atmosphere in a nurturing school community.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive and experienced team

Commitment to staff well-being

Welcoming school community

Qualifications

• Commitment to safeguarding children and families.
• Experience in supporting teaching and learning.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning in the classroom.
• Cover class during teacher absence.
• Provide targeted support to individual pupils and small groups.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Proactivity

Enthusiasm

Commitment to safeguarding

Job description

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Brimrod Primary School is a hive of learning activity with a dedicated team of teachers and teaching assistants providing the very best learning experiences for the children so they can reach their true potential.

We provide a supportive environment for all children regardless of their learning needs to challenge themselves, aspire to new heights, create new opportunities for themselves and achieve in every aspect of their school life.

What we are looking for:

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Level 4 Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team from 1 st September 2025. The successful candidate will:

• Be committed to safeguarding children and families.
• Support teaching and learning in the classroom, working under the guidance of the class teacher.
• Cover PPA and cover whole class for teacher absence.
• Provide targeted support to individual pupils and small groups to help them achieve their full potential.
• Assist in the preparation of teaching materials and classroom resources.
• Promote the school’s ethos and values, acting as a role model for pupils.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be proactive, enthusiastic, and committed to fostering a positive learning environment.

What we can offer:

• A welcoming and friendly school community.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• A supportive and experienced team of colleagues and leaders.
• A commitment to staff well-being.
• A nurturing environment where you can make a real difference to children’s lives.

To apply for this position please download the application form and supporting documentation and send completed applications to [emailprotected] by 11:59pm on Monday 9 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.