Interview Date: Tuesday 21st October 2025
TEACHING ASSISTANT LEVEL 3
MIDDLETON PARISH CHURCH SCHOOL
We are a two-form entry Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School in Rochdale with 448 pupils currently on roll. We seek to embody and promote our Christian values of ‘Excellence, truth & grace’ at every opportunity.
We are looking to appoint a new TA 3 to work in Year 2 this academic year.
Our school continues to fulfil its mandate as a Church of England primary school as defined by SIAMS. However, we never rest and are looking to continue to develop, improve and flourish. We are driven by high aspirations for all our children combined with a nurturing environment that puts a high premium on their wellbeing and safety.
We are proud of our hard-working, dedicated staff and our harmonious school community. We are looking for someone who will love the school as much as we do and work hard to improve it.
You will be supporting learning and care needs with individual and small groups of children, both in and out of the classroom (including outdoor learning!). The successful candidates will be helping children to succeed and flourish at our inclusive setting by bringing enthusiasm, understanding and a working knowledge (or desire to learn) of special educational needs.
Requirements:
* A commitment to realising the potential in every child
* Excellent communication skills and a determination to work closely with our children and SEN
* A supportive and caring nature
It is imperative that you share our vision and values and actively promote the Christian nature and ethos of the school, but it is not a requirement for the applicant to be a practising Christian. We are an inclusive school and welcome all.
What We Offer:
* A warm, friendly, supportive community
* Lovely children
* Dedicated staff
* Supportive Governors and strong links with our Church
The school’s number one priority is safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children. It is our expectation that everyone involved with the school will actively share this commitment.
The successful applicant's appointment will be subject to pre-employment checks and satisfactory clearance by the Disclosure & Barring Service.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed to help inform your application. Please contact the School Business Manager, Miss L Stocker, to arrange this on 0161 643 0753
Application Details:
* Closing date for applications: Thursday 16 th October 2025
* Shortlisting: Friday 17 th October 2025
* Interviews: Tuesday 21 st October 2025
* Start Date: Monday 17 th November 2025
To apply for this position please download the application form and supporting documentation and send completed applications to lstocker@middletonparishce.rochdale.sch.uk by 11:59pm on Thursday 16 th October 2025.
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.
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 2024.
Applicants are informed that if appointed to this post their contract of employment will be with the school governing board who is the employer, and not Rochdale Council.
Springfield Road, Middleton, Rochdale, M24 5DL, United Kingdom
Equal Opportunities Statement: We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
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