Teaching Assistant Level 2 (Cognition and Learning Needs)

TN United Kingdom; Salford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution in Salford is seeking a passionate Level 2 Teaching Assistant dedicated to supporting students with cognition and learning needs. This role involves working closely with teachers and students to foster an inclusive and engaging learning environment. The school values professional development and offers various employee benefits, including flexible working arrangements and subsidized gym memberships. If you are committed to making a positive impact in education and believe in the transformative power of learning, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Subsidised Gym Membership

Flexible working arrangements

Enhanced family leave options

Continuous professional development opportunities

Strong HR services

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with cognition and learning needs.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers and work with pupils individually and in small groups.
• Maintain an inclusive environment for all students.

Skills

Passion for education

Commitment to inclusion

Experience with cognition and learning needs

Ability to inspire and engage students

Education

Relevant teaching qualifications

Job description

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Teaching Assistant Level 2 (Cognition and Learning Needs), Salford

Location: Salford, United Kingdom

Job Category: Education

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 427088ec1c0e

Job Views: 4

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description:

Job Title: Level 2 Teaching Assistant (Cognition and Learning Needs)

Start date: 23rd June 2025, subject to DBS and references.

About us

Thank you for considering applying for the post of Level 2 Teaching Assistant. At St Patrick’s, our mission is to ensure children experience a great Catholic education that enables them to flourish academically and personally, preparing them for a successful adult life. We are committed to helping every child become the best version of themselves. Our school motto is ‘amazing things happen here’, and our dedicated team works hard to create an environment built on mutual respect where students are challenged and supported to achieve great things. We value an inclusive workplace where staff feel valued and trusted, and we support their professional development to achieve their career goals. If you meet the role criteria and are an excellent practitioner who believes in the transformative power of education, we would love to hear from you!

Mrs Alison Byrne

Our People Values

• Fulfilling our Catholic mission to ensure our children and staff live life to the full.
• Attracting, developing, and retaining high-performing staff to help pupils become their best.
• Providing a workplace where staff feel valued and trusted.
• Supporting leadership and management growth.
• Promoting diversity, inclusivity, and wellbeing through a healthy work environment.
• Offering strong HR services across all school areas.
• Serving the wider education system and providing leadership opportunities for staff.

We offer various employee benefits, continually seeking to enhance our offerings based on staff feedback.

CPD: We prioritize continuous professional development, offering learning and career opportunities across schools.

Pension: Staff earning over £10,000 and over 22 years old are automatically enrolled in our pension schemes with excellent employer contributions.

Family Leave: Enhanced leave options are available for family commitments and emergencies.

Flexible working: We support flexible working arrangements to promote work/life balance.

Subsidised Gym Membership: Discounted access to Salford Council leisure facilities via our payroll provider.

Wellbeing Strategy: We focus on staff wellbeing with events, Employee Assistance Programmes, and occupational health support.

We continuously seek to improve our offerings, with staff feedback guiding our initiatives.

About the Role

The Governors of St Patrick’s RC High School seek an excellent Level 2 Teaching Assistant dedicated to maintaining an inclusive environment for all pupils. Responsibilities include supporting teachers, working with pupils individually and in small groups, and potentially covering lessons after training. The successful candidate will:

• Have a passion for education and learning.
• Be committed to inclusion for all.
• Possess experience/support background with cognition and learning needs.
• Value their learning environment and resources.
• Inspire, engage, and enthuse students.
• Engage in professional development and training opportunities.

Application deadline: Thursday 15th May 2025, 12 noon

Interviews: w/c 19th May 2025.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers must share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be required.

If you have lived or worked abroad for 3+ months in the last 5 years or 12+ months in the last 10 years (aged 18+), please refer to the link for obtaining Certificates of Good Character: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants

We will not accept candidates requiring sponsorship for this position.