Teaching Assistant Level 2

Contract Type: Fixed Term
Working Hours: Full Time
Number of Positions: 1
Start Date: 1st December 2026
Salary: £25,583  per annum

Do you enjoy working with children and making a real difference in their day?

 
At New Moston Primary School, we are looking for caring, reliable and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to join our team. You will support pupils’ learning, wellbeing and development, helping to create a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child can thrive.

We are a proud and diverse community, rooted in our values of Growth, Standards, Attitude, and Pride. Our Teaching Assistants play a vital role in creating a positive, inclusive and safe environment where every child feels happy, supported and ready to achieve their best throughout the school day.

Key Responsibilities:

•  Support pupils’ learning, wellbeing and independence, including those with SEND or additional needs
• Work closely with teachers to deliver learning activities, interventions and behaviour strategies.
• Promote inclusion, positive relationships and engagement across the classroom and school.
• Prepare and organise learning resources, maintaining a safe and positive learning environment.
• Model the school’s values of Growth, Standards, Attitude and Pride while upholding safeguarding and professional expectations.

Completed application forms should be returned via email.

Pre-employment Checks - Resourcing Team will update

If you are successful, your appointment will be subject to completing the relevant pre-employment checks. These checks will be carried out as part of our recruitment process and may include:

• Qualification verification: [State the type of qualification required]
• Professional registration: [State the registration required]
• DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) Clearance – This post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended in 2013). Appointable candidates will be required to apply for a Standard or Enhanced DBS check as appropriate. Information provided by you or the DBS will be handled confidentially and in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice. We have policies covering the secure handling of DBS information and the recruitment of ex-offenders, which are available on request. - If you have lived or worked abroad for 3 months or more in the last 5 years, or 12 months or more in the last 10 years (while aged 18 or over), please refer to GOV.UK guidance on obtaining overseas police checks or Certificates of Good Character.
• BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) Clearance – This post is subject to BPSS checks, including verification of identity, nationality and immigration status, employment history (past 3 years) and a basic criminal record check.
• Police Vetting – You will be required to undertake a Greater Manchester Police vetting process.
• Essential Car User – This post is a designated Essential Car User post. You must hold a full valid driving licence and provide your own vehicle for use at work.
• Driving Licence – The successful candidate must hold a full valid driving licence.
• Medical Clearance – Pre-Placement Health Assessment (PPHA).

We are looking for caring, resilient and enthusiastic individuals who can bring energy, patience and a positive attitude to our team.

You will be part of a collaborative staff community where everyone is valued and supported to grow. Our school values of Growth, Standards, Attitude, and Pride underpin everything we do, and we are proud of the difference our staff make each and every day. 

If you’re invited to assessment, we’ll look at a wider range of the role requirements. For more detail, please see the role profile.  

Use of AI 

You may use AI to support your application, but all examples must be your own and based on real experience. Applications may be withdrawn if content is misleading or presents someone else's experience as your own. Internal candidates may also face disciplinary action. 

Guaranteed Assessment Scheme

Applicants who meet the essential shortlisting criteria and are eligible under the Guaranteed Assessment Scheme will be progressed to the assessment stage.  

Support and Adjustments 

If you're successful in securing a role, we'll make every effort to provide the support, equipment and reasonable adjustments you need to carry out your duties. Where needed, we'll consider adapting aspects of the role. Find out more about our inclusion and wellbeing.