Teaching Assistant Level 2 Supporting Children with Complex Needs

St John's Church of England Primary School, Hindley Green; Wigan; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing day

Professional development opportunities

Supportive leadership team

Job summary

St John's Church of England Primary School, Hindley Green is seeking a caring Teaching Assistant Level 2 to join our dedicated team supporting children with diverse needs. You will work closely with teachers, therapists and families to enable participation and progress in learning.

We value inclusion, resilience and a collaborative approach, offering ongoing professional development, supportive colleagues, and a wellbeing day to support staff wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Has experience working with children or young people with SEND.
• Patient, positive and passionate about inclusion.
• Can build strong relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Flexible, proactive and able to think creatively.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Support children individually and in small groups to access learning and achieve goals.
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence and communication skills.
• Work alongside teachers, therapists and families to provide outstanding support.
• Adapt learning activities and resources to meet individual needs.
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
• Assist with personal care and mobility needs where required.
• Celebrate success, however big or small, and help children realise their potential.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Creativity

Job description

We believe that every child deserves the opportunity to thrive, achieve and feel valued. We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and resilient Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team and help transform the lives of children with complex needs.

This is far more than a support role. It's an opportunity to be a trusted mentor, a champion for inclusion and a key part of a child's journey towards independence, confidence and success.

Why Join Us?

Every day brings new challenges, achievements and moments that truly matter. Whether you're celebrating a child's first spoken word, helping them build friendships, supporting their learning milestones, or simply being the person who makes them feel safe and understood, your impact will be life-changing.

You’ll work as part of a highly supportive team that is passionate about providing exceptional opportunities for children with a range of needs, including:

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• Severe and profound learning difficulties
• Speech, language and communication needs
• Physical and medical needs
• Social, emotional and mental health needs

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant Level 2, you will:

• Support children individually and in small groups to access learning and achieve their goals.
• Help pupils develop confidence, independence and communication skills.
• Work alongside teachers, therapists and families to provide outstanding support.
• Adapt learning activities and resources to meet individual needs.
• Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
• Assist with personal care and mobility needs where required.
• Celebrate success, however big or small, and help children realise their potential.

We're Looking For Someone Who:

Has experience working with children or young people with SEND.

Is patient, positive and passionate about inclusion.

Can build strong relationships with children, families and colleagues.

Is flexible, proactive and able to think creatively.

Has excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Believes that every child can succeed with the right support.

What We Offer

• A welcoming and inclusive school community.
• A supportive leadership team committed to staff wellbeing.
• Excellent professional development and training opportunities.
• A chance to work alongside experienced SEND professionals.
• The opportunity to make a genuine and lasting impact on children's lives.
• A wellness day - an additional day of leave to support your wellbeing

See our benefits brochure for further information