Teaching Assistant Level 4
| Posting date: | 06 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 July 2025 |
| Location: | Rochdale, OL15 0DY |
| Company: | inploi |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 75707090 |
Summary
Grade: Grade 6, SCP 19 - 24
Contract Type: Temporary
Hours: 32.5 hours per week to be worked in line with service needs, 08:45 15:30.
Working Pattern: Term time only
Actual Salary: £23,471 - £25,925
Interview Date: 3rd July 2025
The Governors and Leaders of our school are looking to appoint a dynamic individual to support all children with their learning in our friendly, inclusive and vibrant school. We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Level 4 Teaching Assistant to join our supportive team from 1st September 2025 on a 12-month temporary contract following the secondment of the existing postholder.
What we want:
- 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
- Lead lunchtime and outdoor play.
- 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. Flexibility, high expectations, and a nurturing approach are essential for this role.
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
Visits to the school are warmly encouraged; please make an appointment by contacting the school office to arrange a suitable time and date.
To apply for this position please download the application form and supporting documentation and send completed applications to office@sbs.rochdale.sch.uk by 11:59pm on Friday 27th 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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