Teaching Assistant Level 2

Collaborative, Innovative, Inclusive

Teaching Assistant Level 2

Temporary contract initially until 31/08/2027

27.5 hours per week (Term-time only)

Grade 6 / Actual Salary: £17,220

Required from November 2026 or as soon as possible

The Collective Community Trust is responsible for seven primary schools. We are committed to providing high quality support services to the schools in the Trust to achieve the very best for our pupils.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Teaching Assistant to join our team of caring, committed team of professionals. We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and dedicated individual to join our school team, based at Ribble Drive Primary School, Whitefield. Our aim is to ensure that Ribble Drive is a happy, safe, attractive and motivating environment where everyone can fulfill their full potential. Our school motto is “Be the Best You Can Be.”

We are looking for candidates with:

• Experience of working in a primary school setting
• Exercise of working with small groups, 1-1 and whole classes, meeting their needs
• Experience of liaising with class teachers and other agencies
• Experience of administering interventions
• A strong teamwork ethos
• A desire to be flexible and proactive
• A real passion for children and supporting their learning

We will offer:

• Fabulous children, full of potential who are well mannered and work hard
• Supportive governors, parents and a supportive, friendly teaching team
• Opportunities for professional development
• A friendly and positive staff who are committed to the vision and values of the Trust
• A forward-thinking Trust who values strong collaboration and has a clear sense of strategic direction

Employees of The Collective Community Trust have a responsibility for, and must be committed to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and for ensuring that they are protected from harm. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), the recruitment process will include online searches and checks on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence to identify any issues that may be relevant to their suitability to work with children.

Appointment is subject to a satisfactory disclosure at the appropriate level under the Disclosure and Barring Service.

In line with safer recruitment, please ensure that your application covers your full employment history and there is a reason noted for any gaps in employment. Successful candidates will be asked to provide relevant references for the past ten years and character references will not be accepted.

For further information please see:

- Job description and person specification

- Application Form

- Websites www.ribbledrive.net / www.thecollectivecommunitytrust.co.uk

Application pack to be returned to: ribbledrive@bury.gov.uk

Timeline:

You are welcome to tour school before applying, by arrangement with the school office 0161 766 6625

Closing date and shortlisting: Monday 2^nd November 26 @ 9am

Interviews: Tuesday 3^rd November ‘26