Teaching Assistant Level 2
St Mary's CE Primary (Deane)
- Expired
Teaching Assistant Level 2 The Governors, staff and children of St Mary’s CE Primary School are seeking to appoint a caring, enthusiastic and committed Level 2 Teaching Assistant. This will initially be in EYFS. Our pupils are welcoming, diverse and eager to learn. They require a teaching assistant who will nurture their potential, champion high standards and bring out the best in every child. The candidates needs to: Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the main office to arrange a visit on 01204 333494. To apply: Recruitment timeline: Further information about the job Visas cannot be sponsored. If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps. Commitment to safeguarding Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Equal Opportunities Calculate your take home pay. Use this service to estimate how much Income Tax and National Insurance you should pay for the current tax year. Employment could affect your benefits, find out more here. Turn2us Benefits Calculator.
Grade: Grade D £25,989 to £28,142
Actual Salary: Grade D, £19,088 to £20,669
Contract Type: Full time (32.5 hours per week, term time only) Permanent
Start Date: 20/04/26 (or earlier if possible)
have a minimum of 2 years’ experience of working with children of primary school age or NVQ 2 or equivalent in teaching assistance
have experience of working within the Primary phase
have high expectations for all children
have the ability to build and maintain successful relationships with pupils, treating them with respect and kindness, and demonstrating consideration for their development as learners
demonstrate high standards of spoken and written English
work as part of an effective team
carry out administrative tasks to a good standard, including using ICT
be prepared to contribute to all aspects of school life
Please complete the application form and a personal statement (no more than two sides of A4) and email it to office@st-marys-deane.bolton.sch.uk
Closing date: Monday 23rd February 2026
Shortlisting: Tuesday 24th February 2026
Interview date: WC 2nd March 2026
The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and governors to share this commitment.
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.Supporting Documents
↗ Job Description and Person Specification
↗ Application Form
Location
Edale Road, Deane, Bolton, BL3 4QP, United Kingdom
Job ID
2541
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