Teaching Assistant Level 2 plus SNA

Highfield Primary; Farnworth; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Highfield Primary School in Farnworth is seeking a Level 2 Teaching Assistant (SNA) to support Year 2 pupils with speech, language and communication needs.

The post is fixed-term until 31 August 2027, 32.5 hours per week, term-time only, with a pro rata SEN Allowance. The school values strong teamwork, safeguarding and professional development.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in teaching assistant/supporting teaching and learning in schools
• GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths
• Desirable: ELKLAN training, SEND training related to Autism, First Aid Training

Responsibilities

• Support Year 2 pupils with speech, language and communication needs
• Work with individual children and small groups inside and outside the classroom
• Promote learning, wellbeing and safeguarding in partnership with staff and parents

Skills

SEND experience

Year 2 learning support

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 2 / BTEC Level 2 in teaching assistant

GCSE English and Maths

Tools

First Aid Training

ELKLAN training

Autism/SEND training

Job description

HIGHFIELD PRIMARY SCHOOL
Teaching Assistant Level 2 + SNA

SALARY: Grade D SCP Point 6 to 11 £26,847 to £29,071 plus SEN Allowance
ACTUAL SALARY: £19,718 to £21,351 plus pro rata SEN Allowance
STATUS: Initially Fixed Term until 31st August 2027, with an opportunity for the post to be made permanent
HOURS: 32.5 hours per week, 8.30 3.30pm, Term Time only
REQUIRED FROM: Monday 9th November 2026

The Headteacher and Governors of this happy and successful school are seeking to appoint an experienced and highly motivated Level 2 teaching assistant to support children in Year 2 with speech, language and communication needs. Previous experience of working with children who have an Education, Health and Care Plan is desirable for this role.

We are seeking to appoint a teaching assistant who will be:

• passionate about children’s learning and wellbeing
• highly motivated and able to establish good working relationships with pupils and colleagues, acting as a role model
• committed to working in partnership with parents
• able to demonstrate knowledge, skills and experience of working with children with specific SEND needs
• proactive and can work with individual children and small groups, both within and outside the classroom

Essential Qualifications:

• NVQ Level 2, BTEC Level 2, or equivalent in teaching assistant/supporting teaching and learning in schools
• GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths

Desirable:

• ELKLAN training (or equivalent) in Speech, Language and Communication support
• Training or experience in supporting children with Autism (or equivalent SEND training)
• First Aid Training
• Attention for Learning/Attention for Autism training

We can offer:

• happy, enthusiastic and friendly children who love to learn
• a supportive, caring and committed staff team and governing body
• a real commitment to professional development and growth
• a warm, welcoming and inclusive school where everyone is valued
• the chance to develop your skills within a KS1 and SEND-focused environment

The school is committed to safer recruitment practice, and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. Online checks will be completed for all shortlisted candidates. 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 expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Closing Date: Friday 25th September at 12.00pm
Observations & Interviews: Week beginning Monday 28th September

Supporting Documents

• Bolton Council Schools (Officers) 2022 - Application Form
• Job Description and Person Specification