Job Description

Abingdon Primary School

Abingdon Road

South Reddish

Stockport

SK5 7ET

Tel: 0161 480 4531

https://www.abingdon.stockport.sch.uk

Teaching Assistant with Midday Assistant Duties

Teaching Assistant

Hours:

27.50 Hours per week 8.30am 3.30pm Monday to Friday

Salary:

NJC Scale 2 point 3 24,027 FTE (Actual pro rata 15,274.58)

Contract:

Fixed Term initially subject to pupil numbers. End date 31/08/2026

Midday Assistant

Hours:

5 hours per week 1 hour per day

Salary:

NJC Scale 2 point 3 24,027 FTE (Actual pro rata 2,777.20)

Contract:

Fixed Term initially subject to pupil numbers. End date 31/08/2026

StartDate:

1st September 2025



The Governors and Headteacher at Abingdon Primary School are seeking to appoint a knowledgeable, patient and friendly teaching assistant, with midday assistant duties. The successful candidate will have a full induction and join our happy, inclusive school serving the South Reddish community, working as part of our wonderful and inspiring team.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Abingdon Primary's Code of Conduct is 'Respect, Responsibility, Resilience', which we embody around school and we are looking forward to welcoming an enthusiastic and committed teaching assistant into our 'Abingdon Family'.


You will:

Have the knowledge to be able to support children with their learning across the curriculum Be willing to engage in training for whole school schemes e.g. Read, Write, Inc and The Write Stuff Be kind, friendly and be an excellent team player Enjoy working with children Be flexible and adaptable in an exciting, fast-paced environment Support children with a range of needs with their learning and self-regulation Work well with other staff and agencies Be extremely pro-active, have high expectations and be emotionally resilient Have the ability to work in a 1:1 situation and to also teach groups Be able to deliver interventions such as Speech & Language or Occupational Therapy (training will be provided) Use technology such as iPads or computers to adapt work for children or support their learning


The governing body of this school is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all those who believe they have suitable experience and qualifications.





We can offer you:


friendly and dedicated colleagues we love our team! Monthly Munch for all staff and other wellbeing initiatives; caring and motivated children; excellent CPD opportunities; a modern and forward-thinking learning environment; supportive staff, parents, leadership team and governors; opportunities for collaborative learning; an inclusive school.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted with further details as some preparation may be required prior to interview.

The application forms and an information pack are available to download from here. Completed forms should be returned to the school via the above email address or posted to the school address above.

The successful applicant's appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Stockport Council Valuing Diversity

Closing Date:

Wednesday 9th July 2025

Shortlisting Date:

Thursday 10th July 2025

Interview Dates: Thursday 17

th July 2025

Stockport Council Valuing Diversity