Teaching Assistant Level 2

Lever Edge Primary Academy; Farnworth; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Lever Edge Primary Academy in Farnworth is seeking a Teaching Assistant Level 2 with SEND allowance to join our school. This 37 hours per week role runs term time plus one week and offers a Grade D pro rata salary (£26,847–£29,071).

You will have prior SEND experience, a child-centred approach, and be reliable, energetic and committed to our school's values.

Qualifications

• Must have experience of working with children with SEND.
• Demonstrate a child-centred approach and enthusiasm.
• Reliable, resilient and energetic with commitment to school values.

Responsibilities

• Support learners with SEND in lessons and activities.
• Assist teaching staff to deliver inclusive learning moments.
• Promote emotional health and wellbeing of pupils.

Skills

SEND experience

Child-centered approach

Reliability

Education

Level 2 qualification

Job description

SEND TEACHING ASSISTANT LEVEL 2

37 hours per week. Term time plus one week

Salary depending on experience

Teaching Assistant Level 2 with SEND Allowance (£1,539 pa)

Grade D Salary scale point 6 -11 pro rata (£26,847 £29,071)

Are you a passionate SEND Teaching Assistant?

Are you ready for a new challenge?

The Trustees and Head Teacher of the school wish to appoint a motivated, committed and effective Teaching Assistant to join our school.

Our School Lever Edge Primary Academy is a large two form entry Primary School, with two Nurseries and a 16 place Resourced Provision.

You will:

Have previous experience of working with children with SEND

Have a child-centred approach, be reliable, resilient and have energy and enthusiasm

Be committed to the vision and values of the school

Be qualified to Level 2

We will offer:

A welcoming school, with friendly, enthusiastic and supportive staff

A school that values the emotional health and wellbeing of everybody

A rewarding role where you can make a lasting impact on a child’s learning and growth

If you are passionate about supporting learners with additional needs and you are looking to be part of our team, we’d love to hear from you.

We will consider any reasonable adjustments under the terms of the Equality Act (2010), to enable an applicant with a disability (as defined under the Act) to meet the requirements of the post.

Due to our stringent safeguarding policy, CVs will never be accepted. All posts are contingent on enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory references.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

Employment is conditional on confirmation of the rights to work in the UK either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.

Closing date: Monday 5th October at 5.00pm

Interviews: Week commencing 12th October 2026

Supporting Documents

Job Description and Person SpecificationBolton Council Schools (Officers) 2022 - Application Form