Tradewind Recruitment are recruiting a confident and motivated Upper Key Stage 2 Teaching Assistant for a vibrant primary school in Horwich, Bolton. This full-time role primarily supports a Year 5 class, with additional help across Year 6 as pupils prepare for transition to secondary school. This position requires someone capable of supporting more advanced literacy and numeracy skills, as well as providing structured intervention support. Key Responsibilities: Support the Year 5 class during whole-class teaching. Deliver small-group interventions in reading, writing, and maths. Assist targeted pupils working towards age-related expectations. Help prepare learning resources, worksheets, and displays. Support SATs-style tasks and revision activities in Upper KS2. Promote positive behaviour and engagement. Provide one-to-one support where needed. Encourage independence, resilience, and growth mindset. Ideal Candidate: Experience in Key Stage 2, especially Years 5 or 6. Strong literacy and numeracy skills. Confident leading small groups and supporting varied abilities. Good behaviour-management skills. Organised, proactive, and eager to support older primary learners. Tradewind Recruitment offer: Comprehensive CPD including reading intervention and SATs support. A supportive consultant and regular check-ins. Competitive rates of pay. This is an excellent opportunity for someone hoping to ga...