Teaching Assistant Level 4

Woodbridge College
Executive Headteacher: Mrs Susan Tailor
College Principal: Mrs Ruth MacLeod
Teaching Assistant Level 4

Woodbridge College is a successful post 19 provision that supports young people in the Bolton area with SEND. We are also part of the Woodbridge Academy Trust in partnership with Ladywood Special School, Firwood High School and Woodbridge SEND Services. In January 2025, Woodbridge College was rated ‘Good’ in all areas by Ofsted.

The college is based across two sites, one in Kearsley and one in Heaton. Due to the rapid growth & expansion of our provision and increasing student numbers, we are now seeking to appoint an outstanding Teaching Assistant Level 4 who is willing to ‘go the extra mile’ and is passionate about supporting our students and service users.

Applicants should be enthusiastic about the development of their skills to work effectively with students with special educational needs and a desire to better their knowledge and understanding of an area within this forum.

We will offer you:

• A challenging yet rewarding working environment working with inspirational young people
• Professional development to support you in your career
• Hardworking, dedicated, professional and enthusiastic staff
• The benefits of working in an innovative and forward thinking provision
• Supportive leadership and real opportunities to develop as a leader
• A genuinely happy and caring place to work

Woodbridge College is an exciting place to be and if you are a team player with a commitment to the highest quality provision for students with SEN then we would like to hear from you.

Candidates from post 19, secondary and primary settings are welcome to apply, should you meet the criteria.

Informal visits to the college are most welcome by arrangement with Carol Field on 01204 332382.

Contract: Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Grade G, SCP 23-27 £26,754 to £29,695
Working Hours: 32.5 hours per week

Closing Date for applications: Monday 9th November
Shortlisting: Monday 9th November
Interviews: Friday 13th November

For more information on this role and how to apply please follow the link below:

https://mynewterm.com/jobs/146554/EDV-2026-WC-56000

Woodbridge 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.

All shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a self-declaration of their criminal record or any information that would make them unsuitable to work with children, we will also carry out an online search on shortlisted candidates to help identify any incidents or issues that are publicly available online. References will be sought prior to interview.

The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barred List (DBS) check by the Disclosure and Barring Service, and Teacher prohibition check.

All offers of appointment will be conditional until satisfactory completion of the necessary pre-employment checks as specified in KCSIE 2025.

The Trust values the diversity of our workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.