Job Vacancy - Teaching Assistant Level 2

Job title: Teaching Assistant Level 2

Location: Moorgate Primary School, Entwistlee Street, Bolton BL2 2RH

Salary: Grade D SCP 6 (Actual salary £19,547.80)  

Working hours: 32.5 hours per week.  Mon – Fri (Term time plus 5 days)

Show rounds: Wednesday 17th June 2026 9:30am to 3:00pm

Closing date: Wednesday 24th June 2026 - Noon

Short listing: Wednesday 24th June 2026

Interview date: Wednesday 1st July 2026

Start date: 1st September 2026

Job overview:

The Role… Moorgate is a fully inclusive primary school in the Tonge Moor area of Bolton.  We are looking to appoint a caring and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant Level 2 to join our team. You will support the learning, development and wellbeing of children aged 2 -11 in a safe and nurturing environment. The successful applicant will have excellent communication skills (oral and written), be resilient and have good time management.

Key responsibilities:

• Supporting children’s learning through play and planned activities
• Ensuring a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment
• Working closely with colleagues and parents
• Observing and recording children’s development

Requirements:

• NVQ Level 2 qualification or equivalent in Teaching Assistant or Supporting Teaching and Learning in Schools
• Experience of working with or caring for children within an educational setting
• Good communication and teamwork skills

We can offer:

• An outstanding and friendly school that is actively involved in its community
• A professional, positive and hard-working team
• A supportive and knowledgeable governing body
• Happy children who love learning and coming to school
• The Moorgate Family Ethos of Aspire, Achieve and Sparkle

If you are dedicated, creative and enjoy helping children grow and develop, we would love to hear from you.

An informal visit to the school is encouraged and warmly welcomed. Please contact school for an appointment.

Further details, job description and application form can be found here.

Please contact:

Please contact the school office on 01204 333477 to speak to Mrs Lewis (Office Manager) to arrange an appointment. Please return completed applications to:- The Headteacher, Moorgate Primary School, Entwistle Street, Bolton BL2 2RH

Or email direct to office@moorgate.bolton.sch.uk