Teaching Assistant

Grade: Grade 3 (SCP 5 6)

Contract Type: Temporary

Hours: 32.5 Hours Per Week

Working Pattern: Term Time Part Time

Actual Salary: £19,242 - £19,548

Interview Date: Friday 7^th August 2026

Teaching Assistant Level 2 Maternity Cover from September 2026 (one year)

Lowerplace Primary School is a vibrant and highly ambitious school located in Rochdale. We are transitioning from Three for to two form entry. Join our friendly team as we work together to provide inspirational learning experiences which enable our children to develop independence, empowering them to become curious, creative and confident life-long learners.

We are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to work both one to one with children with Special Educational Needs and also in class for general and group support.

We can offer you:

• Motivated and enthusiastic children who come from a range of backgrounds
• A friendly and supportive team of staff who enjoy what they do and are committed to the continuing development of the whole school.
• Supportive parents and governors.

Completed applications should be sent to dthorpe@lowerplace.rochdale.sch.uk

Closing Date: Sunday 2^nd August 2026

Interviews: Friday 7^th August 2026

To apply for this position please download the application form and supporting documentation and send completed applications to dthorpe@lowerplace.rochdale.sch.uk by 11:59pm on Sunday 2^nd August 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.

This is a temporary contract to cover for maternity leave.