Dowson Primary Academy - Higher Level Teaching Assistant Level 4

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Dowson Primary Academy

Contract: Permanent

Salary: NJC Pay scale 15-22

Closing date for applications: 8 June 2026, 12.00pm

Interview Date: 12 June 2026

Reference Number: ELTMAY2619

Teaching Assistant Level 4

Reference Number ELTMAY2619

Working Hours: 36 hours per week

Working Weeks: Term Time only

Salary Scale Range: NJC Pay scale 15-22

Contract Type: Permanent

Start Date: 1^st September 2026

Location (school name and address): Dowson Primary Academy, Marlborough Road, Gee Cross, SK14 5HU

About us

Dowson is a friendly, happy, 2 form entry Primary School spread across a three-building site with wonderful grounds and resources to offer. We are fully extended and run our own Before and After School and Holiday Club. The successful candidate would be joining a large staff team with a mix of skills and experience which values flexibility, teamwork and a good sense of humour.

About the role

Dowson Primary Academy requires an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant with a dedication to providing the highest of standards for all pupils. Candidates must be able to work with all age groups across school – ages 3-11.

The successful candidate will have regular teaching duties across all year groups to cover classes for leadership, ECT or PPA time. They will also take a key role in the delivery of interventions to groups of pupils to support academic progress and / or pastoral needs. They will also be expected to complete a Paediatric or similar First Aid Course and to be responsible for basic First Aid as required.

What we are looking for

Please see the details job description and person specification for full details of the role.

What we can offer

Membership of GMPF Pension Scheme

Opportunities for development and progression

Employee Assistance Programme provided by Health Assured

Cycle to Work Scheme

Octopus EV Scheme

Lifestyle savings

Working arrangements

8:00am – 4:15pm Monday – Thursday and 8:00am – 4pm on a Friday

For more information, please contact Nicola Lane, Academy Business Manager

Details of visits to school are welcome please contact the school office on 0161 366 0177

How to apply

You can apply for this position by visiting The Enquire Learning Trust

Closing date and time: 8^th June 2026 – 12 noon

Interview Date: 12^th June 2026

DBS/Safeguarding Statement

The Enquire Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As this post involves access to children or vulnerable adults, the successful applicant will be required to obtain an Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS

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