Teaching Assistant Level 2 (with SNA allowance)

inploi; Bolton; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 10,000; Part time

Job summary

A local primary school in Bolton is seeking a TA2 with SNA allowance to support children's learning from January 2026. The role requires flexibility and teamwork skills, with responsibilities including aiding pupils' learning and liaising with teachers. The position offers a salary of £9,022 - £9,769 for 15 hours per week, term time plus 5 days. Interested candidates should apply via the Bolton application form and email their application letter to the school by 5th January 2026.

Benefits

Staff wellbeing support

Enthusiastic children

Support from experienced SEN staff

Qualifications

• Paid experience working with primary age children is required.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.
• Experience with children with additional needs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Aid pupils’ learning in various situations.
• Clarify and explain instructions.
• Motivate and encourage pupils by providing support.
• Assist in communication and general needs.
• Liaise with teachers about learning needs.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Teamwork

Experience with children with additional needs

Job description

Pikes Lane Primary School

Support Staff Vacancies from January 2026 TA2 with SNA allowance 12 month fixed term Salary Grade D point 6-11 Actual £9,022 - £9,769 + SNA Allowance Hours: 15 hours per week Term time + 5 days

Responsibilities

• To aid the pupil to learn as effectively as possible, both in group situations and on their own.
• Clarifying and explaining instructions.
• Ensuring the pupil is able to use equipment and materials provided.
• Motivating and encouraging the pupil(s) as required by providing levels of individual attention, reassurance and help with learning tasks as appropriate to pupils’ needs.
• Assisting in speech, language and general communication.
• Liaising with the class teacher, SENCO and other professionals about individual learning needs, contributing to planning and delivery as appropriate.
• Providing additional nurture to individuals when requested by the class teacher or SENCO.
• Consistently and effectively implementing agreed behaviour management strategies.
• Helping to make appropriate resources to support the pupil.

Qualifications

• Paid experience working with primary age children.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility and ability to work well as part of a team.
• Some experience of working with children with additional needs.

What we can offer you

• A school where staff wellbeing is one of our central aims.
• Children who are enthusiastic about school and their learning.
• A diverse and vibrant school community.
• Support of wider agency support and experienced SEN staff.

How to apply

Applications for this post are via the Bolton application form accompanied by a letter of application on no more than two sides of A4, detailing how you meet the criteria. Applications should be emailed to: [e-mail]

Deadline for applications

Closing Date: 5th January 2026 9.00am
Interviews: w/c 12th January 2026

Pikes Lane Primary School is committed to safeguarding and creating a culture where children’s wellbeing is prioritised and we expect all of our staff to share in this aim. All positions are subject to enhanced DBS checks and safer recruitment procedures.