Teaching Assistant 2

BROOKLANDS PRIMARY SCHOOL
Woodbourne Road
Sale
Cheshire
M33 3SY
Telephone (0161) 973 3758
Email: secretary@brooklands.trafford.sch.uk
Headteacher Mr J. Beith

TEACHING ASSISTANT 2 - Start Date: As soon as possible
Fixed term 12 months (view to permanent)
Band 3, SCP 6 11, £25,989 - £28,142
Full/part time (negotiable) = 36.25 per week for a 39 week working year

Brooklands Primary School is a dynamic and forward-thinking school, committed to high expectations and aspirations for our pupils while ensuring the wellbeing and professional fulfilment of our staff. We are seeking to appoint a passionate and dedicated Teaching Assistant Level 2 to join our team. The successful candidate will work closely with teachers and support staff to support high-quality teaching and learning across the school, helping pupils to achieve strong academic, social and personal outcomes. The role will involve working with individuals, small groups and whole classes to support learning, promote engagement and foster independence. The successful candidate will also contribute to the wider life of the school and play an important role in creating a positive, inclusive and nurturing environment for all pupils.

The year group for this role has not yet been determined and will be matched to the strengths, experience and skillset of the successful candidate, alongside the needs of the school. We are therefore keen to hear from applicants with a range of experiences across the primary phase who can demonstrate flexibility, enthusiasm and a commitment to supporting all children to achieve their full potential. This role is ideal for an experienced teaching assistant who is committed to supporting children to achieve their full potential and who can build positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues. The successful candidate will be supported through high-quality professional development opportunities and will become part of a collaborative and ambitious staff team dedicated to continuous improvement.

What We Offer:
At Brooklands, we recognise that strong teaching comes from a happy, supported and well-developed staff team. As part of our commitment to staff wellbeing and workload reduction, we offer:

A Supportive & Collaborative Culture

Wonderful children with excellent behavior for learning who are curious and high-achieving learners (9th regionally / 106th nationally according to Parent Power Times School Guide)
Supportive colleagues sharing planning 3-ways, along with teams of Subject Leaders
Staff encouraged to attend their own children's important events (sports days, assemblies, etc.)
A no-emails-outside-school-hours policy to promote work-life blend
Professional development-focused observations - no grading, just growth
Wellbeing Wednesdays: activities to support a sense of community and improve wellbeing

Investment in Professional Growth & Development

Access to high-quality professional development and training opportunities throughout your career
Support to develop specialist skills and expertise, including SEND, intervention delivery and curriculum support
Opportunities to progress within school and develop towards higher-level support roles
A collaborative culture where staff are trusted, valued and encouraged to contribute to school improvement
A fair pay policy with annual incremental progression where applicable

A Focus on Wellbeing & Workload Reduction

Minimal meetings, with communication designed to be efficient and purposeful
No expectation for out-of-hours communication with parents
Dedicated time and support to prepare resources and interventions
A supportive team culture that prioritises staff wellbeing and work-life balance
Creative use of technology to reduce workload and improve outcomes for pupils, including 1:1 devices and access to the latest educational software
Access to a comprehensive wellbeing offer and employee support services

As a Teaching Assistant Level 2 at Brooklands, the successful candidate will:

Be a role model for the school’s values of Perseverance, Respect, Friendship and Honesty
Work in partnership with teachers to support high-quality teaching and learning in the classroom
Deliver targeted small-group and one-to-one support and interventions that help pupils make strong progress
Support pupils to access learning, develop independence and achieve their individual targets
Adapt support effectively to meet the needs of SEND, disadvantaged and EAL pupils
Contribute to the assessment of pupils’ learning by providing feedback to teachers on progress, understanding and engagement
Support positive relational behaviour for learning in line with the school’s policy and have high expectations for pupils’ learning and conduct
Build positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues to promote pupils’ wellbeing and success
Demonstrate flexibility in working across different year groups and phases, responding to the needs of the school and the strengths of the successful candidate
Follow all safeguarding, welfare and intimate care procedures to ensure pupils’ safety and dignity
Engage fully in professional development opportunities and contribute positively to the wider life of the school

If you are interested in the post please see the job description and person specification alongside this advertisement or visit our website for further details and an application form.

Completed application forms should be sent directly to the school either by post or email marked for the attention of our Business Manager, Julie Miskelly. If you have not received an email to confirm receipt, please contact the school.

Candidate visits are encouraged prior to shortlisting. Please contact jmiskelly@brooklands.trafford.sch.uk to arrange a visit.

Brooklands Primary School is committed to safeguarding, to promoting the welfare of our children and adhering to the Equality Act 2010. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. To comply with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 all prospective employees will be required to supply evidence of eligibility to work in the UK and references will be taken up.

Closing date Friday 3 July 2026 at 12 Noon
Shortlisting - Friday 3 July 2026 - afternoon
Interviews Monday 6 July 2026