Teaching Assistant Level 2

Working Hours: Term Time 27.5 Hrs
Contract Type: Permanent
Required for September


‘Enjoy learning; aim high!’
Mersey Drive Community Primary School is a nurturing and highly inclusive mainstream primary school, with additional resource provision for pupils with a diagnosis of Autism.


We are looking to appoint a dedicated, motivated and caring practitioner to join our committed school team.
The Governing Body wish to appoint someone who:
Has recent, relevant experience of classroom support at primary level
Has a good understanding of interventions to support children working below age expectations including phonics interventions
Has a positive outlook and is highly motivated and flexible
Has a calm and supportive nature
Is able to work well as part of a team
Is open to professional development opportunities

We can offer you:
The opportunity to work with amazing children who love learning
The opportunity to be part of a caring, supportive and dedicated team of professionals who work collaboratively to achieve the very best outcomes for pupils
A nurturing and inclusive school environment
Excellent professional development and training opportunities

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment.
Visits are warmly welcomed and can be arranged by contacting the School Office.
Closing Date: Tuesday 7th July 2026
Shortlisting: Wednesday 8th July 2026

Interviews: Wednesday 15th July 2026

Appointment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Criminal Records Bureau.

Application forms and further details are downloadable from here and returnable to: Miss Jenny Ramwell, School Business Manager, by email to: j.ramwell@bury.gov.uk by 9am Tuesday 7th July 2026

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Location

Mersey Drive, Whitefield, Bury, M45 8LN, United Kingdom

Job ID

12176