Teaching Assistant

KINGSWAY PRIMARY SCHOOL (IN PARTNERSHIP WITH INSPIRING LEARNERS MULTI ACADEMY TRUST)
Kingsway Park
Urmston
M41 0SP

Headteacher:
Miss K Baskeyfield
Tel:
Email: kingsw

1:1 TEACHING ASSISTANT
- Start date:

20 April 2026 31 August 2026
This role is temporary linked to funding although it is hoped that this would be extended
Band 3 (Scp 6-11) FTE - £25,989 - £28,142. Pro rata - £18, 776 - £20, 332
Monday-Friday 08:45-15:30 Term time only

We are looking for a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to join our inclusive, values-driven school family. The successful candidate will work within our newly established small specialist classes, providing tailored support for a pupil with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP).

You will work closely with class teachers, the SEND team, and external professionals to support the pupil’s learning, communication, and emotional wellbeing, helping them to access the curriculum and achieve their full potential.

Experience of working with children with additional needs is desirable, but a caring, patient, and flexible approach is essential.

• Share our commitment to our vision that we are “Inspired to Make a Difference Together” and embrace our school values of:
• We care about Togetherness
• We thrive on Difference
• We are Passionate about Learning
• We are Inspired to Grow

• Be a team player who can work in partnership with others;
• Have the drive, energy and passion to work in our school with a warm and caring manner.

• A happy and thriving school family
• An ambitious, caring & inclusive school with a clear vision & the highest aspirations for all its children;
• A strong commitment to your continuing professional development including bespoke performance management to support you to fulfil your career ambitions;
• A supportive, friendly & enthusiastic staff team;
• An experienced, dynamic, forward-thinking leadership team, committed to improving outcomes for all pupils;
• A real opportunity to make a significant difference to the lives of our children;
• A school that cares for & nurtures every member of our school family, including staff, pupils and parents.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds.

For further information about our wonderful school, please visit our website

Please return application forms to kingsw or hand in to the school office.

Kingsway Primary School is committed to safeguarding & promoting the welfare of children and young people. This commitment is reflected in our recruitment processes. These posts are subject to enhanced DBS disclosures. References will be sought & online checks undertaken for shortlisted candidates prior to interview. Please find our Safeguarding policy on our website:

Closing date Thursday 12 February 2026
Shortlisting/invitation to interview Thursday 12 February 2026
Interviews will be held on Tuesday 24 February 2026

Visits to the school are encouraged prior to interview. Please telephone the school on  to arrange an appointment

• ↗ Job Description Person Spec 1-1.docx
• ↗ Non-Teaching Application Form.doc

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