Teaching Assistant - Level 2

Ref: 001304

Teaching Assistant Level 2

Required for April 2026

32.50 hours per week term time plus 5 days,

temporary contract until 21st July 2027

Crompton Primary School is a very successful, friendly and popular community school. The Governing Body wishes to appoint a Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work flexibly across the school, supporting children in a range of contexts including whole-class teaching, small-group activities and 1:1 intervention. You will help to promote positive behaviour, engagement and wellbeing, while building strong, supportive relationships with pupils.

We are looking for:

• An individual with drive and ambition to work as part of our committed staff team in order to achieve the best outcomes for our children
• The role will involve working with parents and carers and assisting children in class, in small groups and in 1-1 situations.
• Has enthusiasm, ambition and a genuine desire to make a difference
• Can provide high-quality support for children with a range of needs
• Works effectively as part of a team and builds positive relationships with staff, children and families
• Is flexible, proactive and committed to achieving the best outcomes for every child

We can offer:

• Well behaved and enthusiastic children
• A hard working and supportive staff team
• An attractive, well organised school environment
• Well-behaved, enthusiastic children who are eager to learn
• A friendly, dedicated and supportive staff team
• An attractive, well-organised school environment
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression

The successful candidate must demonstrate that they meet the requirements of the person specification in order to be interviewed for this post.

Informal visits to the school are welcome and warmly encouraged. Please telephone the School Business Manager, Mrs Lois Hague on 01706 393668 to make arrangements (not application requests).

Please return completed application forms to the school for the attention of Mrs Gemma Croston (Headteacher) by email to info@crompton.oldham.sch.uk

Crompton Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment (see the attached Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy). We require the successful applicant to undertake a DBS Disclosure at enhanced level.

Closing Date: Friday 20th February 2026

Shortlisting: Monday 23rd February 2026

Interviews: TBC