Teaching Assistant Level 2
St Stephen and All Martyrs CE PrimaryBolton, North West
Overview
This is a education role (full time) with St Stephen and All Martyrs CE Primary based in Bolton. Applications close on 7 October 2026. GovJobs has indexed this vacancy from its official source — use the apply button to view the full advert and apply directly.
Job description
St Stephen & All Martyrs’ CofE Primary School
Teaching Assistant Level 2
Grade: TA2 Grade D SCP 6
Contract: Initially 12-month Fixed Term
Hours: 25 hours per week, term time + 5 Days
Required From: 2 November 2026
A RARE OPPORTUNITY HAS BECOME AVAILABLE FOR A TA TO JOIN OUR WONDERFUL SCHOOL.
The Governors of St Stephen & All Martyrs’ CofE Primary are seeking a talented, enthusiastic, hardworking and dedicated KS2 Teaching Assistant who is a real team player, to join our committed and effective staff team. The successful candidate will be somebody with the highest expectations, who will focus on securing ambitious aspirations for all our children within a close and supportive team.
We are looking for someone that;
- Has NVQ Level 2, BTEC Level 2 or equivalent in Teaching Assistant or Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools
- Has an experience of working within a classroom.
- Is highly motivated and enthusiastic.
- Can support pupils' learning across the primary age range.
- Can work closely with teachers to deliver high-quality teaching and learning.
- Able to provide targeted support for individuals and groups of pupils.
- Is confident with phonics across EYFS and KS1.
- Is hard working, committed and a dedicated team player.
- Has high expectations of children’s behaviour and their achievements.
- Can help to develop an exciting and imaginative learning environment.
- Has a commitment towards collaboration and inclusion.
- Is passionate about developing learners and themselves
- Is a thoughtful person, who can help maintain and develop caring for all those who belong to the community of our school
- Is either a practicing Christian or a person who is able to promote our Christian values; leading by example.
- Is happy to play a full part in the life of the school.
We can offer you:
- Delightful children who have a desire to achieve, believe & care.
- A highly supportive Leadership team and staff team
- Supportive parents and Governors
- A commitment to high quality professional development
- A welcoming atmosphere where everyone is valued.
We encourage you to come and visit the school. Please phone the school to book an appointment on 01204 333155.
St Stephen & All Martyrs’ CofE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Criminal Records Bureau.
Application forms and packs are available to download from Greater Jobs.
Completed applications should be sent to the school office: office@ssam.bolton.sch.uk
FAO: Mrs R Unsworth Headteacher of St Stephen & All Martyrs’ CofE Primary School by Monday 21 September at 9.00am
Closing date Monday 21 September
Shortlisting Tuesday 22 September
Invitations to attend observation will be sent out on Tuesday 22 September
Observations Thursday 24 / Friday 25 September
Successful candidates invited to final Interview Tuesday 29 September
Supporting Documents
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