Teaching Assistant Level 2

Ladybridge High; Bolton; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Ladybridge High School in Bolton is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to provide targeted support for SEND learners across the curriculum and help them make swift progress.

The role is 30 hours per week during term time, with a salary of £19,279 to £20,787 per annum. Fixed term and permanent contracts are available.

Qualifications

• Ability to work effectively within a team environment.
• Understanding of the curriculum and classroom roles.
• Passion for ensuring that each learner flourishes.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with learners with respect.
• Strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence.
• Teaching Assistant Level 2 qualification.
• Previous experience in a similar role in a primary or secondary school.

Responsibilities

• Support for learners across the curriculum to secure swift progress.
• Work effectively within a team environment.
• Assist in delivering lessons and supporting individual needs.

Skills

Team collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Emotional intelligence

Curriculum understanding

Education

Teaching Assistant Level 2 qualification

Job description

Learning Support Assistant for SEND

TA2 - Grade D SCP 06 11 with SEN Allowance

(actual salary £19,279.00 to £20,787.00 per annum)

30 hours per week, term time only working 8.40am - 3.10pm on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Fridays and 8.40am till 4pm on Tuesdays

Required for as soon as possible

Fixed term and permanent contracts available

Ladybridge High School is a warm, friendly and successful school with a clear mission and agreed beliefs that are shared across the school community. We are focused on achieving strong academic outcomes through a rounded education that prepares our learners for life. We are committed to our ‘Trivium’ approach to education, which is summarised on our website here.

The wonderfully diverse population of learners, the emphasis on professional learning for staff and the friendly atmosphere make Ladybridge an interesting and enjoyable place to work.

We are seeking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant to provide support for learners across the curriculum so that they secure swift progress. We are looking for an exceptional colleague with:

• The ability to work effectively within a team environment
• A general understanding of the curriculum and of classroom roles and responsibilities
• A passion for ensuring that each and every learner flourishes and feels proud of his/her individual achievements
• The ability to build and maintain successful relationships with learners, to treat them consistently with respect and consideration and demonstrate concern for the development as learners
• Strong inter-personal skills and emotional intelligence
• Teaching Assistant Level 2 qualification
• Previous experience in a similar role in a primary or secondary school

Deadline for applications: Wednesday 7th October 2026 at 8.00am

Shortlisting will take place: Thursday 8th October 2026

Interviews will be held: Week commencing Monday 12th October 2026

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