Teaching Assistant Level 3

Grade: Grade 5 (SCP 12 17)

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 34 Hours Per Week

Working Pattern: Term Time Part Time

Actual Salary: £22,503 - £24,410

Interview Date: Tuesday 23^rd June 2026

The Governing Body is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and experienced Teaching Assistant Level 3 to join the hardworking and caring staff at Whittaker Moss Primary School.

The successful candidate will:

• Have recent experience of covering a class in the absence of teachers.
• Have extensive knowledge of EYFS and the curriculum.
• Extensive knowledge of Phonics.
• Have excellent Literacy and Numeracy skills.
• Be able to model standard English.
• Have high expectations of pupil’s achievement.
• Be a team player.
• Be driven by the needs of children.
• Have the ability to work in partnership with pupils, and Governors and communicate effectively with staff.
• Be creative in devising activities for all abilities.
• Lead intervention groups and keep records of progress.

There also may be elements of personal care required

Please use standard RBC application form. No additional papers or CV’s will be considered.

Contract will begin September 2026.

To apply for this position please download the application form and supporting documentation and send completed applications to mbackhouse@whittakermoss.rochdale.sch.uk by 11:59pm on 17^th June 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.