SEN Teaching Assistant Level 2

Woodlands School; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Woodlands School is seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant Level 2 to join our support team. The role is 28.92 hours per week during term time, with shift patterns across the school day, supporting pupils with complex needs.

The successful candidate will assist with pupil learning, personal care where required, and work under the guidance of teaching staff to help pupils make progress in a supportive, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children with additional learning needs within a school setting.
• Ability to form positive relationships with children and families.
• Willingness to work across the age/needs range and assist in personal care.

Responsibilities

• Support learning across the age and needs range of the school.
• Assist in the general care and welfare of pupils, including personal care.
• Work under the direction of class leads.
• Be part of a committed team of staff and governors.

Skills

SEN support

Personal care support

Team player

Education

Teaching Assistant Level 2

Job description

Contract - Temporary

Hours - 28.92 hours per week (term time only) Hours of work are:
Monday 08:50 – 15:00
Tuesday 08:50 – 15:00
Wednesday 08:50 – 15:00
Thursday 08:50 – 16:00
Friday 08:50 – 15:00

Salary - NJC Grade D Point 7-11 (£27,274 - £29,071) pro rata to Term Time Plus 5 INSETS

Closing date - Wednesday 28th October 2026

SEN Teaching Assistant Level 2
Woodlands School

We are looking to strengthen our existing team of support staff by appointing an enthusiastic, ambitious, and highly effective support assistant You will join a dedicated team of staff at this popular all age schools for pupils with complex needs; including those with profound and multiple learning difficulties, severe learning difficulties and those with multi-sensory impairments.

We are looking for someone who is willing to take a full and active role in the life of the school and be part of a hardworking and committed team. The post holder will be expected to work anywhere throughout the age and needs range of the school supporting learning and assisting in the general care and welfare of pupils. This includes assisting students with their personal care.

The successful candidate will have the experience and/or the ability to support children with additional learning needs to make appropriate progress relevant to their individual targets. You will have the ability to form positive relationships with children and families, focused on individual learning need. You will work under the direction of the class leads.

As part of the school team, you will:

• promote and develop a culture of aspiration and resilience.
• work within a caring, welcoming atmosphere.
• be part of an excellent team of outstanding staff and governors.
• develop and enjoy a commitment to personal and professional development.

The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders (Exemption) Act 1975 and if you are successful, you will be required to apply to the Criminal Records Bureau for a ‘disclosure’. It is also subject to satisfactory medical clearance and references.

Thank you for the interest you have shown in this vacancy.

Woodlands School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/vulnerable adults. This post is subject to satisfactory two-year reference history, Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check (previously CRB check), medical clearance, evidence of any essential qualifications and proof of legal working in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996.