Teaching Assistant (Level 2)

Collaborative, Innovative, Inclusive

At Heaton Park we love, we persevere and we flourish.

Teaching Assistant Level 2-NJC Grade 6 from £17,015

27.5 hours

Term Time Only

Required for September 2026

Permanent

The Collective Community Trust is a relatively newly formed Trust responsible for seven primary schools. As a Trust we are committed to providing high quality support services to support all of our schools within the Trust.

An exciting opportunity for an inspirational teaching assistant has arisen at Heaton Park Primary School. We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and dedicated individual to join our caring, committed team of professionals. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is committed to nurturing young minds and making a positive impact on children’s learning and development. You will be responsible for supporting pupils, teachers, and the wider school community. You will work closely with childrenindividually and in groupsto ensure they feel safe, included, and inspired to learn.

Heaton Park is a vibrant, popular, inclusive and diverse school which is proud of its wonderful children, positive relationships with parents and outdoor learning facilities.

The school was judged Good by Ofsted in November 2022.

You will:

• Provide tailored support to pupils, including those with special educational needs
• Build positive, nurturing relationships that support children’s individual needs
• Provide administrative support (e.g. photocopying, filing, displays)
• Assist in creating engaging teaching materials and classroom displays
• Share feedback on pupil progress, achievements, and any concerns
• Promote positive behaviour and support conflict resolution
• Work collaboratively within a team and build relationships with parents/carers
• Contribute to the school’s ethos and wider development

We will offer:

• A creative school with a strong community spirit which celebrates its multicultural make up
• A supportive governing committee; loyal parents and children with a deep affection for the school
• A supportive and caring environment
• Opportunities for professional development
• A friendly and positive staff who are committed to the vision and values of the school and the Trust
• A forward-thinking Trust who values strong collaboration and has a clear sense of strategic direction
• A Trust that is inclusive and innovative and continuously seeking opportunities to further improve and develop

Employees of The Collective Community Trust have a responsibility for, and must be committed to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and for ensuring that they are protected from harm.

Appointment is subject to a satisfactory disclosure at the appropriate level under the Disclosure and Barring Service.

In line with safer recruitment, please ensure that your application covers your full employment history and there is a reason noted for any gaps in employment. Successful candidates will be asked to provide relevant references for the past ten years and character references will not be accepted.

For further information please see:

- Recruitment Pack ((Job description, Person specification and Application Form are within this document)

Please return to: contact@heatonparkbury.com

Closing Date: 1^st June at 9 a.m.

Shortlisting: 1^st June

Interviews: 12^th June