Teaching Assistant 2

TRAFFORD COUNCIL; Trafford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

St John Vianney RC School in Stretford is seeking a Teaching Assistant 2 on a one year fixed term contract from September 2026. The post is on the NJC scale 5-7, with a salary of £25,583 - £26,403, reflecting the role at our special school for pupils with autism, learning difficulties and complex needs.

The Governors are looking for well-qualified, ambitious and committed Teaching Assistants to join the team and contribute to the school’s ongoing journey towards outstanding provision and

Qualifications

• An excellent TA with the ability to inspire and support high quality learning for all pupils.
• A TA who is skilled and experienced in supporting children and young people with a variety of needs.
• Dedicated to improving the life choices of all children.
• Committed to partnership with families and other agencies.
• Knowledgeable and passionate about SEND.
• Able to work as part of a team and inspire others.
• Committed to sustaining and developing the school and its Catholic ethos.

Responsibilities

Job description

ST JOHN VIANNEY RC SCHOOL
Rye Bank Rd
Firswood
Stretford
M16 0EX
Tel: [phone]
Headteacher: Mr A Moloney

Teaching Assistant 2
One Year, Fixed Term Contract from September 2026 in the first instance.
NJC points 5-7, £25 583 - £26 403.

The Governors of this Roman Catholic day school for pupils with autism, learning difficulties and complex needs are seeking to appoint well-qualified, ambitious and committed Teaching Assistants who will join the school team on the next stage of its journey. This is a fantastic opportunity for suitably experienced Teaching Assistants, with a proven record of success. The position provides excellent opportunities for further career progression.

Each successful candidate will be:

• An excellent TA with the ability to inspire and support high quality learning for all pupils.
• A TA who is skilled and experienced in supporting children and young people with a
• variety of needs.
• Dedicated to improving the life choices of all children.
• Committed to partnership with families and other agencies.
• Knowledgeable and passionate about SEND.
• Able to work as part of a team and inspire others.
• Committed to sustaining and developing the school and its Catholic ethos.

We will offer you:

• A lively, creative and inclusive school committed to improving the lives of children & young people.
• A supportive and friendly environment.
• The opportunity to work in partnership with the other staff members in developing the pastoral and learning culture of the school.
• An ambitious, dedicated and hardworking team, consistently supporting the school on its journey to Outstanding.
• A Governing Body who is supportive and passionate about achieving the highest
• standards in all areas and committed to the professional development of staff.

St John Vianney School and The Diocese of Salford is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to enhanced DBS checks and Disqualification Declaration.