Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Willow Grove Primary School; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Willow Grove Primary School in Ashton-In-Makerfield, Wigan is seeking a Level 3 Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEN. The role involves assisting the Class Teacher, delivering tailored lessons, and creating a trauma-informed, nurturing learning environment.

The successful candidate will have NVQ Level 3 or equivalent and substantial SEN experience, plus strong communication, patience and resilience.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification or comparable level of experience.
• Extensive experience working with children with SEN (school-based or other relevant settings).
• Good behaviour management, teamwork and differentiation skills.
• A patient, empathetic and resilient approach to teaching.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Class Teacher to plan, deliver and assess tailored lessons to meet the diverse needs of pupils with SEN
• Create a trauma informed safe, stimulating and supportive learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with other support staff, Teachers, therapists, parents/carers, and external agencies.
• Monitor pupil progress and adapt strategies as necessary.

Skills

SEN experience

Behaviour management

Teamwork

Differentiation

Communication

Empathy

Education

NVQ Level 3

Job description

Willow Grove Primary School

Willow Grove

Ashton-In-Makerfield

Wigan

WN4 8XF

Salary: Grade 5, £21,163 - £23,306 per annum.

33 hours per week, term time plus 1 week, working 39 weeks per year

Permanent

Required for as soon as possible

The Headteacher and Governors at Willow Grove Primary School are looking to recruit a highly motivated, energetic and passionate Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join our school. At Willow Grove, we pride ourselves on providing a nurturing environment where every child is supported to reach their full potential. Our specialist school caters to pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH). This is a tremendous opportunity for a Teaching Assistant with a proven record in school for supporting children with behaviour that can be challenging. Willow Grove Primary School has adopted strong attachment and trauma-informed practices (ATP) as the basis for working with its pupils and we are looking to further develop our team with staff who have knowledge in this area.

About the Role

We are looking to recruit a passionate, positive and motivated individual who can:

• Support the Class Teacher to plan, deliver and assess tailored lessons to meet the diverse needs of pupils with SEN
• Create a trauma informed safe, stimulating and supportive learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with other support staff, Teachers, therapists, parents/carers, and external agencies.
• Monitor pupil progress and adapt strategies as necessary.

Personal Qualities

The ideal candidate will have:

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification or comparable level of experience
• Extensive experience working with children with SEN (school-based or other relevant settings).
• Good behaviour management, teamwork and differentiation skills.
• A patient, empathetic and resilient approach to teaching.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Willow Grove Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We hope that, after considering the post details and reviewing the school information available on the website, you choose to apply for the post as you believe you can contribute positively to the department, the ethos of the school and to ensure that our students make the progress we expect.

All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education.

Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.

We will process personal data and sensitive personal data (also known as ‘special categories of personal data’) and criminal records data relating to you in accordance with our Data protection policy and in accordance with data protection laws.

If you would like to arrange a visit to school, please contact the school office to arrange. If you require any further information, please contact the school on 01942 727 717 or email [e-mail]

Interview date: Week commencing 19th October 2026

This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check

The employer is committed to safeguarding

To view the details relating to this position, please click the links below:

Job Description Person Specification
Guidance for Safer Working Practice
DBS Policy Statement – Schools
Childcare Disqualification Requirements