Hursthead Junior School
Kirkstead RoadCheadle HulmeCheshireSK8 7PZ0161 439 6961
Teaching Assistant
Scale 3 point 5 (actual salary £19,134)32.5 Hours, Part TimeTerm Time Only (Monday to Friday 8.30am to 1pm & 1.30pm to 3.30pm)Temporary for the academic year 2026-2027Start Date: September 2026
Application Deadline: 8th June 2026 11:59pm
Interview Date: w/c 15th June 2026
Your Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for inspiring, committed Teaching Assistants to join our dynamic team for the academic year 2026-2027.
The Trustees of the Kirkstead Education Trust at Hursthead Junior School are excited to invite applications for a dedicated teaching assistant to support a pupil with diverse academic and emotional needs on a one‑on‑one basis.
We take pride in our holistic approach to child development and are looking for someone who can strengthen our team while embodying our REAL wheel values: Responsible, Enthusiastic, and Aspirational Leaders. Your skills in fostering emotional wellbeing will play a vital role in helping our students thrive.
About You
The successful candidate will love working with children and have the skills and knowledge to support all children. You will demonstrate the ability to:
- Work effectively as part of a close‑knit team to provide comprehensive support for the student
- Work well with other staff and outside agencies
- Provide one‑on‑one academic support and implement individualized learning plans
- Be resilient in the face of challenges, taking direction from senior leaders and class teachers, and working on your own initiative
- Behave in a positive, professional manner within a team environment, remaining calm and patient, even in challenging situations
- Work within school policies and procedures to keep children safe
In return, we can offer:
- A learning environment with confident children who thrive on enrichment opportunities
- A supportive, dedicated and friendly staff team who put fun into learning
- Year group teams who work collaboratively to share the planning workload and provide professional and emotional support for each other
- A Governing Board and Senior Leaders who actively promote wellbeing for all
- Comprehensive, high quality professional development opportunities which embrace change and innovation, and help you to fulfil your potential
- Plenty of opportunities for fancy dress!
Other
The Kirkstead Education Trust, as an employer, is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people as its number one priority. This commitment to robust recruitment, selection and induction procedures extends to organisations and services linked to the school on its behalf. The successful applicant’s appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure.
Please note that this is a private organisation and the appointed candidate will be employed by Kirkstead Education Trust directly.
Contact Details
Hursthead Junior School, Kirkstead Road, Cheadle Hulme, Cheshire SK8 7PZ
Telephone 0161 439 6961
Email: headteacher@hursthead-jun.stockport.sch.uk
Equality and diversity statement
Stockport Council is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce culture – a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities to join our workforce.
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