Teaching Assistant L2

Overview

Collaborative, Innovative, Inclusive Teaching Assistant (Pupil Support) Level 2. Temporary contract initially for one year. 27.5 hours per week (term-time only). Salary: £16,670. Required from 7 April 2026. The Collective Community Trust is responsible for seven primary schools. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Teaching Assistant to join our team of caring, committed professionals 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."

Responsibilities

(Responsibilities and duties are implied in the candidate requirements and school expectations and include supporting learning and liaising with class teachers and other agencies. The original description focuses on collaboration and interventions in a primary school setting.)

Requirements / Qualifications

• Experience of working in a primary school setting
• Experience of working with small groups, 1-1, and whole classes to meet learners' 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

What we offer

• Fabulous children, full of potential who are well-mannered and work hard
• Supportive governors, parents and a 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 that values strong collaboration and has a clear sense of strategic direction

Safeguarding and recruitment

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. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. In line with safer recruitment, please ensure that your application covers your full employment history and notes any gaps. Successful candidates will be asked to provide relevant references for the past ten years; character references will not be accepted.

How to apply and timelines

For further information please see the following documents: Job description and person specification; Application Form; Websites: / . Application pack to be returned to ribbledrivebury.gov.uk. Timeline: You are welcome to tour the school before applying, by arrangement with the school office at . Shortlisted candidates will be invited to tour the school as part of the process.

Deadline: Wednesday 25 March 2026 by noon. Shortlisting: Wednesday 25 March 2026. Interviews: Friday 27 March 2026. Supporting documents listed in the job materials.