Teaching Assistant Level 2 with SEN allowance

St Bernard's RC Primary (Ladybridge); Bolton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

St Bernard's RC Primary School in Bolton invites applications for a Teaching Assistant Level 2 with SEN allowance. The role is permanent, 32.5 hours per week, term time plus 5 days, with a salary on the Grade D SCP 6-11 scale (£26,847-£29,071 per annum) plus pro-rata SEN allowance.

Actual salary ranges from £20,193 to £21,865 with pro-rata SEN support, starting 4th January 2027, subject to safeguarding checks. The school is a caring Catholic community committed to high standards of education.

Qualifications

• Teaching Assistant with experience of working with children with SEN preferred.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Presence of a caring and supportive approach to education and development.

Job description

St Bernard's R.C. Primary School
Wendover Drive, Bolton. BL3 4RX
Headteacher: Mrs Rebecca Spencer
Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Post Title: Teaching Assistant Level 2 with SEN allowance
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 32.5 hours, term time plus 5 days basis
Pay Scale: Grade D scp 6 £26,847 - Scp 11 £29,071 per annum, plus SEN allowance pro-rata
Actual Salary: £20,193 to £21,865 plus pro rata SEN allowance

Vacancy Details

St Bernard's RC Primary School is a happy and caring school where children are nurtured, valued and encouraged to flourish within our caring Catholic community. Guided by our faith and inspired by the teachings of Jesus, we strive to provide an excellent education where every child is given the opportunity to achieve their full potential.

We are proud of the high standards of education we provide and the achievements of our children.
We believe that every child is unique and created in the image and likeness of God and we work hard to develop their academic, social, emotional and spiritual growth.

Our success is built upon the dedication, expertise and commitment of our highly skilled teaching and support staff. Together, we create a welcoming, inclusive and inspiring environment where children feel safe, happy and confident to learn.

We are looking for a Teaching Assistant (preferably with experience of working with children with SEN).

The contract will commence from 4th January 2027 (sooner if possible)

Closing date: Wednesday 25th November 2026 (1:00pm)
Shortlisting: Thursday 26th November 2026 (PM)
Interviews: Monday 30th November 2026

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. Our policy and practice is in line with the Department for Education's Keeping Children Safe in Education most recent Guidance. Safer recruitment practice includes scrutinising applicants, online checks, verifying identity and academic or vocational qualifications, obtaining professional and character references, checking previous employment history and ensuring that a candidate has the health and physical capacity for the job. Successful applicants are subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service.

Bolton Council is a smoke-free employer.

Supporting Documents

• Application Form
• Consent to Obtain References
• Job Description