Teaching Assistant Level 2

Job Title: Teaching Assistant Level 2

School name: Moorgate Primary School

Salary: Grade D SCP 6 (Actual salary £20,193.15)

Working Pattern: Full Time (Term time plus 5 days)

Working Hours: 32.5 hours Monday to Friday

Contract Type: Permanent subject to a successful probationary period

Start date: ASAP

Closing Date & Short Listing: Thursday 15th October 2026

Interview Date: Thursday 22nd October 2026

The Role

Moorgate is a fully inclusive primary school in the Tonge Moor area of Bolton. We are looking to appoint a caring and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant Level 2 to join our team. You will support the learning, development and wellbeing of children aged 2 -11 in a safe and nurturing environment. The successful applicant will have excellent communication skills (oral and written), be resilient and have good time management.

Key responsibilities

• Supporting children’s learning through play and planned activities
• Ensuring a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment
• Working closely with colleagues and parents
• Observing and recording children’s development

Requirements

• NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent in Teaching Assistant or Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools
• Experience of working with or caring for children within an educational setting
• Good communication and teamwork skills

We can offer

• An outstanding and friendly school that is actively involved in its community
• A professional, positive and hard-working team
• A supportive and knowledgeable governing body
• Happy children who love learning and coming to school
• The Moorgate Family Ethos of Aspire, Achieve and Sparkle

The School is committed to safer recruitment practice, and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and a barred list check

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