Bury Council
Teaching Assistant Level 2
Teaching Assistant Level 2 at Bury Council, based in Bury, North West, paying £17,220 per annum. This is a contract role.
- Pay
- £17,220 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Contract · On site
- Location
- Bury, North West
- Closing date
- Sector
- Teaching Assistant
28% below the typical rate for teaching assistant
Reference 12474
About the role
Teaching Assistant Level 2
Working Hours: Term Time 27.5 Hrs
Contract Type: Permanent
Required for January
‘Enjoy learning; aim high!’
Mersey Drive Community Primary School is a nurturing and highly inclusive mainstream primary school, with additional resource provision for pupils with a diagnosis of Autism.
We are looking to appoint a dedicated, motivated and caring practitioner to join our committed school team.
The Governing Body wish to appoint someone who:
- Has recent, relevant experience of classroom support at primary level
- Has a good understanding of interventions to support children working below age expectations including phonics interventions
- Has a positive outlook and is highly motivated and flexible
- Has a calm and supportive nature
- Is able to work well as part of a team
- Is open to professional development opportunities
We can offer you:
- The opportunity to work with amazing children who love learning
- The opportunity to be part of a caring, supportive and dedicated team of professionals who work collaboratively to achieve the very best outcomes for pupils
- A nurturing and inclusive school environment
- Excellent professional development and training opportunities
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment.
Visits are warmly welcomed and can be arranged by contacting the School Office.
Closing Date: Wednesday 18th November 2026
Shortlisting: Thursday 19th November 2026
Interviews: Thursday 26th November 2026
Application forms and further details are downloadable from here and returnable to: Miss Jenny Ramwell, School Business Manager, by email to: [email removed] by 9am Wednesday 18th November 2026
Reference: 12474 · Posted 1 week ago · Closes 18 Nov 2026 · Listed via Bury Council
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