JOB TITLE

Teaching Assistant Level 2 (SEND)

SCHOOL

Smithills School

WORKING PATTERN

28 hrs 45 mins per week, Term Time plus 5 Days

CONTRACT

Fixed Term to 31st August 2027

SALARY

Grade D Points 6 to 11 £25,989 to £28,142 PA Pro Rata

CLOSING DATE

9:00am Friday 2nd October 2026

INTERVIEW DATE

Wednesday 7th October 2026



THE ROLE:

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and well qualified candidate to join our team of Teaching Assistants in a successful and forward thinking department. You will work with and supervise individuals and groups of children under the direction/instruction of teaching &/or senior staff, inclusive of specific individual learning needs, enabling access to learning for all pupils and assistance and support in classroom management and behaviour techniques.


ABOUT YOU:

You will have the ability to support the teacher in planning, delivering and evaluating learning activities to ensure effective teaching and learning and the ability to give feedback in a constructive manner. You will be able to contribute to positive relationships with pupils and adults through communication and interaction and provide effective support for colleagues through differentiation and a proactive approach in and out of a classroom setting.


ABOUT US:

Our school is a community and we are proud of that. We are a friendly and professional team who are united in our vision of ‘Success for All’. Please refer to the application pack to see what we can offer you.


Please return completed applications to HR@smithillsschool.net

CVs and late applications will not be accepted

Smithills is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates are subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service.




Supporting Documents

Teaching Assistant Level 2 SEND Candidate Information
Application Form

Location

Smithills Dean Rd, Smithills Dean Road, Bolton, BL1 6JS, United Kingdom

Job ID

15961