Teaching Assistant Level 1

Grade: Grade 2 SCP 3-4

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 32.5 hours per week

Working Pattern: Term Time Only

Actual Salary: £18,650 - £18,943

Interview Date: To be confirmed

The Governing Body of Hollin Primary School is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and self-motivated teaching assistant.

Teaching Assistant Level 1 32½ hours a week.

The post is to support children as directed.

8:30am - 3:30pm (including a 30-minute lunch break).

Duties to include:

• Assist with the supervision, personal care, welfare and keeping safe of individuals and/or groups of children under the direction/instruction of teaching and/or senior staff.
• Supporting the teacher in planning learning activities for children.
• Supporting the teacher in the evaluation of learning activities.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is positive, inspirational and self-motivated.
• Has high expectations for all children and is committed to developing their full potential.
• Loves teaching and is committed to life-long learning.
• Is an excellent communicator and has a strong commitment to working in partnership with parents, governors and the community.
• Wants to be part of a professional and hardworking team who are committed to an inclusive ethos.
• Has vision, energy and a sense of humour

In return, Hollin Primary School can offer:

• A happy, friendly environment where everyone is valued.
• Children who are motivated and willing to learn.
• A caring, hardworking and dedicated staff team.
• An attractive and vibrant learning environment.
• Supportive, dedicated and well informed Governors

More Information

More information about our wonderful school, can be found on our website www.hollin.rochdale.sch.uk and on our X (formerly Twitter) page.

@HollinPrimary

How to apply for this position?

Please download the application form and supporting documentation and send completed applications to office@hollin.rochdale.sch.uk by 11.59pm on Thursday 4^th June 2026.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring and background check

The ability to converse at ease with customers and service users and provide advice in accurate spoken English is an essential requirement of this post.

Applicants are advised that by applying for this position they are declaring that they are not subject to any immigration controls or restrictions that prohibit them undertaking work in the UK, and that they are able to provide proof of their Right to Work in the UK if they are invited to attend an interview.

The school will carry out an online search as part of their due-diligence for all shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025.