Ref: 001177
Friezland Primary School
Teaching Assistant Level 2
Based: Friezland Primary School, Church Road, Greenfield, OL3 7LQ
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £25,989 £28,141 (full time full year equivalent)
Actual Salary: £19,202 - £20,793 per annum (Grade 3)
Start Date: January 2026
Hours: 31.67 per week, term-time only plus 5 days
Closing Date: Sunday 7th December 2025 (12 midday)
Interview Date: Friday 12th December 2025
Friezland Primary School is highly regarded as a happy and friendly community school where staff and children enjoy good relationships as they work together to provide an excellent education for every child. We pride ourselves on our friendly community ethos where everyone works hard to ensure the best outcomes for our children, instilling our Mission Statement: ‘A Family Committed to Making a Difference’.
Situated in the village of Greenfield, Saddleworth, we are a half-form entry Foundation School with 105 pupils on roll. We are one of eight primary schools in the area that make up the Dovestone Learning Partnership Co-operative Trust.
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated support team. The successful candidate will work across all primary phases, according to their experience and expertise and according to the current needs of our children.
Candidates must have:
* A TA Level 2 Qualification or equivalent
* Experience working at Level 2
* GCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English
We want someone who:
* Is committed to realising the potential in every child
* Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills and can form positive relationships with all stakeholders
* Is committed to safeguarding children and families
* Works effectively as part of a team
* Can work with individual pupils and small groups
* Demonstrates flexibility and the capacity to adapt to change
In return, we can offer you:
* An exciting opportunity in a friendly and caring school
* A committed, motivated and supportive staff team and Governing Board
* Happy, confident, hardworking children who are enthusiastic and eager to learn
* The wider support of being part of a Co-operative Trust (Dovestone Learning Partnership)
* Continuous professional development opportunities
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and families and this post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (Disclosure & Barring Service check).
Prospective candidates are warmly invited to contact and/or visit school and speak to the Headteacher, Mrs Rebecca Hammond via info@friezland.oldham.sch.uk.
Application forms should be sent via email directly to the Headteacher, at head@friezland.oldham.sch.uk.
Please note, CV’s will not be accepted.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview on Friday 12th December 2025.