Teaching Assistant Level 3 NEW St Andrew's CE Primary (Eccles) Posted today Salford £23,998 to £25,621 Term Time Part Time Expires on 01/10/2026

Teaching Assistant Level 3 - Required For 2nd November 2026

St. Andrew’s CE Primary School is a warm, friendly and inclusive school which is at the heart of our local, diverse community. Everything we do ensures that our children believe in themselves and can achieve their very best. In 2023 we have received ‘Good’ at OFTSED, a very positive SIAMs report, LPPA re-accreditation and School of Sanctuary status. Owing to the retirement of the current post holder, we are looking for a TA3 for Key Stage 2, working primarily in Year 3 and 4.

What can we offer you?

• The very best children in Salford!
• Supportive families
• A dedicated, hard-working team who try their very best for our children and each other
• A head teacher who is passionate about offering the best education for our children and who is committed to staff development
• A commitment to career development
• A friendly and supportive governing board

What are we looking for?

• A qualified and experienced TA3
• Experience of working with children with additional languages and SEND
• Experience of teaching a phonics programme, preferably Read, Write, Inc.
• Someone flexible, adaptable who will enhance our current team

Closing date: Thursday 1st October 2026 at 9:00pm

Interviews and a short task for shortlisted candidates: Monday 5th October 2026

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to a fully enhanced DBS check.

If you have lived or worked abroad for 3 months or more in the last 5 years or 12 months or more (whether continuously or in total) in the last 10 years whilst aged 18 or over, please refer to the link below for details for how to obtain your Certificates of Good Character.

What we need from you if you are invited to interview:

• Passport/ID - You will be required to provide original documentation confirming your right to work in the UK. Successful candidates will also be required to provide proof of address.
• Qualifications/registrations if applicable for the role

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TA3 Job Description and Person Specification

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