Teaching Assistant Level 2 x 2 posts

The application form and all information about the post is held on the school website www.ncps.co.uk

Please email your completed application form to Adam Cassin, Administrator at northwood.primary@knowsley.gov.uk

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Teaching Assistant Level 2 [x 2 vacancies]

PAY BAND D / SCP 5 - 6

FTE salary £24,790 - £25,183 per annum (pay award pending)

Actual salary £19,797 - £20,111 plus SEN Allowance of £1,191

To commence September 2025

2 x TA Level 2 fixed term positions supporting children with an EHCP in our Mainstream. 1 in Key Stage One and 1 in Key Stage Two.

32.5 hours per week, term-time only.

We are looking for experienced, enthusiastic and skilful Teaching Assistants for Northwood Community Primary School.

Northwood Community Primary School is a great place to work and the role will include working with children to support them in the following ways:

• To develop the child’s language and communication skills
• To develop the child’s early learning skills
• To develop the child’s fine and gross motor skills to continue to improve their self-care skills, enabling them to function independently

Northwood Community Primary School is a flagship learning environment where 500 pupils are able to thrive and achieve their full potential within our Mainstream and Designated Special Provision.

If you are an inspirational teaching assistant, committed to raising standards and building rapport with pupils, staff & parents/carers, we would love to hear from you.

You must:

• Be caring, patient and prepared for physical activities
• NQT Level 2 or above for Teaching Assistants or experience.
• Be committed to high expectations of pupils in terms of learning and behaviour
• Be able to use ICT to support learning

Northwood Community Primary School is committed to safeguarding, to promoting the welfare of children and adhering to Equality for All. Copies of our Child Protection policy and our Employment of Ex-offenders policy are available on our website. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (as amended in 2013 & 2020) and shortlisted candidates will be required to disclose any relevant criminal history prior to interview. Applicants are reminded that it is offence to apply for a role involving regulated activity with children if you have been barred from doing so. Short-listed candidates will be subject to an on-line search of their name for information relevant to the recruitment process.

The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Transgender applicants should be aware that the DBS Service now offers a sensitive applications route should you wish to have your previous gender identity kept confidential.

To comply with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 all prospective employees will be required to supply evidence of eligibility to work in the UK.

Closing date and shortlisting: 9am on Thursday, 3 July 2025

Interviews: Wednesday, 9 July 2025