Teaching Assistant 1

Ladywood School; Low Bolton; On-site; GBP 12,398 - 16,531; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

CPD opportunities

Supportive staff

Happy, caring workplace

Job summary

Ladywood School in Bolton is seeking an outstanding Teaching Assistant Level 1 to support pupils with complex learning needs and help them access learning in a caring, collaborative environment. The role involves assisting teachers, supporting individual and small group activities, and promoting positive behaviour and inclusion within classrooms.

The school offers a professional development focus, a friendly team, and CPD opportunities to help you grow as an educator and make a meaningful

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with special educational needs in class activities and learning tasks.

Job description

Ladywood School is an Outstanding Special School situated in Bolton. It caters for primary aged pupils with complex learning difficulties. Ladywood is a proud member of Woodbridge Trust, which is a local partnership with Firwood School, Woodbridge SEND Service and Woodbridge College.

Due to the rapid expansion of our school and increasing student numbers, we are now seeking to appoint an outstanding Teaching Assistant Level 1 who is willing to ‘go the extra mile’ and is passionate about supporting student’s learning with a range of special educational needs.

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.

Benefits

• Professional development to support you in your career
• Hardworking, dedicated, professional and enthusiastic staff
• A genuinely happy, caring and friendly place to work
• Supportive leadership and CPD opportunities to develop
• High standard facilities
• A challenging yet rewarding environment where our children are amazing and will inspire you

Ladywood is an exciting place to be and if you are a team player with a commitment to the highest quality provision for pupils with SEN then we would love to hear from you.

As a Trust we are committed to recognising and transferring your continuous service record if you are currently employed from within Bolton LA.

The school is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and it expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.