Fixed Term Teaching Assistant Level 2

Required to start September 2026

TA2, Full Time, Fixed Term, 32 hours per week

Brookdale Primary School is seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to join our wonderful, experienced TA team. We are looking for a dynamic and compassionate individual who is passionate about nurturing young minds and making a positive impact in education. If you have an ability to create positive relationships with children, excellent communication skills and a desire to support teachers in delivering high-quality education, we want to hear from you!

The Role:

As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the classroom teacher in delivering engaging lessons and providing individualised support to children. Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with classroom activities and projects
• Providing one-to-one support to specific pupils
• Helping to create a positive and inclusive learning environment
• Supporting the teacher with administrative tasks and classroom management
• Collaborating with colleagues to develop and implement effective teaching strategies

Requirements:

• English and Maths qualification at GCSE level (Grade 4+ or A*-C)
• Relevant experience working with children in an educational setting (preferred)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• A passion for education and a desire to make a difference in the lives of young learners
• Willingness to undergo relevant training and development opportunities

We can provide:

• Positive, engaged, happy children who enjoy their learning
• A friendly school environment for you to work in
• A commitment to support your professional development
• A head teacher and school leadership team that are committed to developing staff 

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and strongly encouraged; open walk arounds will be available at 4pm on 19^th May 2026. Please contact Karen Dodd, School Business Manager, on 0151 677 5170 to reserve your place.

Application forms and supporting letters must be submitted, explaining on no more than two sides of A4 paper how they meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role. These should be returned to school for the attention of the Headteacher, Mrs Kate Ball, by the closing date.  

The closing date for completed applications is Friday 22^nd May at 12 Noon

Interviews will be held in June

School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share these values. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, Brookdale will also undertake general online searches for all shortlisted candidates: this may include social media and video platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Tik Tok and You Tube. Online searches will only examine data that is publicly available, and the aim is to identify any incidents or issues. Any areas of concern will be discussed during the interview process.

We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or religion. The successful candidate will have met the requirements of the person specification and all posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check.  Proof of eligibility to work in the UK will be required.