Jobs, fresher vacancy - Teaching Assistant with Midday Duties - Mat Cover- Part time • Greater Manchester

Company: Stockport Council

Greater Manchester

Woodley Primary SchoolSherwood RoadWoodleyStockportSK6 1LHHeadteacher: Mr Pete LangridgeEmail: recruitment@woodley-pri.stockport.sch.ukSalary: TA -Scale 3 point 5/ Midday- Scale 1 point 3Approx. pro rata salary - TA 14,900 & MDA 2,221Hours of Post: TA - 30 hours per week - 8.30am 3.30pm, term time only, 4 days per weekMDA - 4 hours per week term time onlyContract Type: Temporary up to 30th April 2026 - Part TimeClosing Date: Monday 16th June 2025Initial Shortlisting: Tuesday 17th June 2025Interview Date: Monday 23rd June 2025The Governors are seeking to appoint a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our supportive and hardworking staff team.We are looking for a cheerful, committed, and talented individual who is passionate about supporting children s learning and well-being. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring all pupils receive high-quality care, are kept safe, and experience a rich and stimulating curriculum tailored to their individual needs.This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a nurturing school environment, supporting pupils across the school, providing short-term teacher cover, and making a real difference in children s lives. The role is particularly well-suited for someone looking to gain valuable experience before pursuing a career in teachingmany of our former Teaching Assistants have gone on to become qualified teachers.Applicants should have a positive outlook, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work flexibly, both independently and as part of a team.If you are looking to join a friendly and motivated team, and enjoy working with delightful, enthusiastic children, we would be delighted to receive your application.You will: Have a passion for supporting children and families Be qualified to NNEB/BTEC, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent or willing to working towards Be reflective, caring and emotionally resilient Be confident to cover whole classes when required Have the ability to motivate children through good practice Have effective, clear communication and interpersonal skills Have at least a grade C (or equivalent) in English and Maths Have a good record of punctuality and attendanceSkills required: Responsible and trustworthy Caring and good at relating to children Calm and efficient in emergencies Energetic and creative Patient Good at juggling competing demands for attention Open-minded about different ways of educating children Good communication skillsWe can offer: A supportive, hardworking and friendly staff team Mentorship A commitment to your professional development An inclusive environment where all pupils are valued and are well supported A successful, happy and forward thinking whole school communityApplication form, job description and person specification are available to download from this site and should be returned to the Headteacher, by email at recruitment@woodley-pri.stockport.sch.uk no later than Monday 16th June 2025. When completing your application, please ensure that you refer to the person specification, particularly when submitting your supporting letter/statement. Please note that invitations to interviews and requests for references will be sent by email.Our school is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment.The successful applicant s appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.Successful candidates will be informed by email or telephone by 18th June 2025. If you do not receive any correspondence by then, we regret that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.