The Trustees at Victorious Academies Trust are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant Level 2 at Buckton Vale Primary School, Swallow Lane, Carrbrook, Stalybridge, SK10 3NU.
Our Trust's vision is to support young people in developing aspirations, motivation, and success. We aim high for all students, and every role within our academies is vital to achieving these goals.
Role Details:
Start date: September 2025 to 31st August 2026
Full-time salary: £25,584 - £26,835
This is a fixed-term, part-time role (32.5 hours/week, Term Time Only) with an actual salary of £19,765 - £20,731 (Grade D Scale Point 7-10).
The Classroom Assistant's primary responsibility is to monitor and support children's educational development under the Teacher's guidance. They ensure the classroom environment is prepared for lessons.
The key objectives include facilitating learning, building positive relationships, and encouraging self-esteem and confidence among pupils.
Key responsibilities:
* Preparing the classroom environment for lessons
* Ensuring teaching materials are ready for use
* Assisting teachers in preparing lesson materials
* Listening to children read aloud and teaching reading techniques
* Reading aloud to children
* Supporting children with learning difficulties
* Taking notes for children who need additional support
* Helping make and display classroom displays
* Leading group activities to ensure participation
* Managing children with behavioral issues or accidents
* Providing encouragement and extra explanations as needed
The role involves close supervision, working within established routines, and applying standard work procedures. Impact is primarily at the local level.
Further details are available in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, as well as the Trust Recruitment Pack.
The selection process is expected to proceed as follows:
* Applications close at 12:00 pm on Friday, 20th June 2025. The Trust reserves the right to close early if suitable candidates are found.
* Interviews will be held on Wednesday, 25th June 2025, or shortly thereafter.
Visits to the school are encouraged. Contact the school at 01457 833102 or email Jackie Brook at admin@bucktonvale.tameside.sch.uk to arrange a visit.
For queries or informal discussions, contact Kelly Quinn, Headteacher, at admin@bucktonvale.tameside.sch.uk. Applications can be submitted in hard copy or electronically to the addresses provided.
Victorious Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All support staff roles are subject to a three-month probationary period and require an enhanced DBS disclosure. Our policies are available at https://www.victoriousacademies.org/ouracademies/vacancies/.
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