Teaching Assistant Level 1

Grade: Grade 2 (SCP 3 4)

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 30 Hours Per Week

Working Pattern: Term Time Part Time

Actual Salary: £17,216 - £17,486

Interview Date: Wednesday 8^th July 2026

Brimrod Primary School is a hive of learning activity with a dedicated team of teachers and teaching assistants providing the very best learning experiences for the children so they can reach their true potential.

We provide a supportive environment for all children, regardless of their learning needs, to challenge themselves, aspire to new heights, create new opportunities for themselves and achieve in every aspect of their school life.

An opportunity has now arisen for a Level 1 Teaching Assistant to join our team on a permanent basis from 1^st September 2026.

We are looking for:

• The ability to work effectively within a team environment
• The ability to build effective working relationships with adults and pupils
• Flexibility and the ability to adapt to the different roles within the Job Description
• An understanding of classroom roles and responsibilities
• An awareness and basic understanding of the school curriculum
• An awareness of inclusion within a school setting
• The ability to promote a positive ethos and model positive attributes
• The ability to follow school policies and procedures
• Good personal numeracy and literacy skills
• Experience of working with and/or caring for children

To apply for this position please download the application form and supporting documentation and send completed applications to ahamblin01@brimrodprimary.rochdale.sch.uk by 11:59pm on Sunday 28^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.