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Grade: School Support pay scale, point 5 - 6
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 30 hours per week
Working Pattern: Term Time Only
Actual Salary: £25,583 - £25,989 FTE. Actual salary for term time only is £17,922 - £18,206 per annum.
Interview Date: Week commencing 14th September 2026
Location: Bamford Academy, Belgium Street, Bamford, Rochdale, OL11 5PS
Tel: 01706 631496
Email: office@bamfordacademy.co.uk
Start Date: As soon as possible
Job Purpose
To support teaching and learning activities under the guidance of the classroom teacher, helping to provide a safe and stimulating environment where every child can thrive. This is an entry-level position ideal for individuals beginning their career in education.
Key Responsibilities
- Support pupils in accessing learning activities as directed by the class teacher.
- Assist in preparing and maintaining classroom resources and displays.
- Provide general administrative support to the class teacher (e.g. photocopying, filing, preparation of materials).
- Supervise pupils in group or 1:1 settings as needed, including supporting positive behaviour.
- Support pupils with personal care needs when appropriate (training provided if required).
- Help maintain a safe, clean and tidy learning environment.
- Support with playground and lunchtime supervision if required.
- Attend relevant training and participate in school activities as directed.
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Person Specification
- Basic literacy and numeracy skills (GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths or equivalent).
- Willingness to undertake training as required.
- Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team.
- A caring, patient and enthusiastic approach to working with children.
About The School
A vibrant and wonderfully diverse school in Rochdale. We are two-form entry school, with fourteen classes from Reception to Year 6. Our experienced staff provide a broad, balanced, inclusive and exciting curriculum and plan for enriching learning experiences for all. We promote a love for learning so that our children will become proud and resilient young people. The staff are committed to challenging our pupils to think hard and have high aspirations.
The school is part of the Altus Education Partnership. We look forward to collectively realising the vision of the Trust - to create and successfully run a family of inclusive academies from early years to sixth form, which will enable all students, regardless of background, to lead a fulfilling life, progress to an aspirational career and make a positive contribution to their local community.
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How To Apply
To apply, please visit our website and apply through My New Term. Our website: Teaching Assistant Level 1 at Bamford Academy, Manchester, Lancashire | MyNewTerm
Provide a supporting statement of no more than two sides of A4, addressing the criteria in the person specification.
Application Deadline: Friday 4th September 2026, no later than Midday
Interviews are to be held week commencing 14th September 2026
Altus Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. In accordance with the recommendations set out in KCSIE the Trust carries out online searches on shortlisted candidates.
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