Teaching Assistant Level 3

Experienced TA3 for Upper Key Stage 2 required September 2026

Term of contract: Permanent

Salary: Grade E (5) SCP 11 17 £19,238 - £21,207 per annum

Hours: 30.25 hours per week term time (8.45 3.30 Mon Thurs, 2.30p.m Fri)

The Governors of this oversubscribed school are looking to appoint a highly motivated, enthusiastic and talented TA3 to join our dedicated staff team.

Our recent OFSTED report highlighted that ‘Pupils share staff’s infectious enthusiasm for the subjects that they are learning. Classrooms are full of smiles and laughter.’

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience of working in upper key stage 2.
• Is able to engage and motivate children to reach their full potential
• Has experience of providing additional support in English and Maths
• Has excellent subject knowledge of the Key stage 2 English and Maths Curriculum
• Can confidently deliver planned whole class lessons when needed
• Has effective communication skills to work successfully as part of a dedicated team.

In return we will offer:

• Well behaved and motivated pupils who are eager to learn;
• The support of a happy, hardworking staff team;
• An SLT who will support positive staff mental health and well being
• Supportive and dedicated parents;
• The chance to make a positive difference.

A visit to the school is warmly welcomed. Please contact the school Business Manager on 01204 333590 to arrange a convenient time.

The information pack and application form can be downloaded from the Your Council Jobs website. If you require any additional information, please contact our Business Manager, Mrs Atkinson Bothwell, on 01204 331865.

Applications can be sent via email to whalleyc@sunning-hill.bolton.sch.uk or by post to Sunning Hill Primary School, Goldsmith Street, Bolton, BL3 6TR.

Completed application forms must be submitted by 9a.m. on Friday 15^th May 2026. Interviews and lesson observations will be completed week commencing 18^th May 2026.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates are subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Bolton Council is seeking to achieve a workforce representative of our diverse society and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.