Teaching Assistant Level 3

Bolton Council; Bolton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Bolton Council is seeking a committed and caring Teaching Assistant to support students with Developmental Language Disorders at Rivington & Blackrod High School. The role involves working alongside teachers and therapists to facilitate learning and positive behavior, ensuring every student feels valued. Join a dedicated team within a community-focused environment that encourages professional development and a passion for education.

Qualifications

• Experience working with students with Educational Healthcare Plans.
• Ability to assist in planning and managing resources.
• Experience supervising in the absence of a Lead teacher.

Responsibilities

• Support learning and development for DLD students.
• Work under guidance of teaching staff in implementing work programmes.
• Supervise the resource provision as needed.

Skills

Experience with students with special needs

Strong interpersonal skills

Knowledge of Developmental Language Disorders

Job description

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Actual salary £20,015 - £22,063 per annum

Plus SEN Allowance of £1,094 per annum

Required for September 2025

The school wishes to appoint a Teaching Assistant with experience of working with students with special needs, including those with Educational Healthcare Plans, their families, and supporting agencies. The role focuses on helping to support learning and the development of positive behaviour and social skills for students diagnosed with Developmental Language Disorders. The successful applicant will work within the Speech and Language resource provision, liaising with teachers, parents, and therapists to support the children. We seek an outstanding and caring professional who can:

• Work directly with DLD students within the resource provision; working under the guidance of teaching/senior staff and within an agreed system of supervision, to implement work programmes with individuals/groups, in or out of the classroom.
• This includes acquiring and using specialist knowledge in particular areas and assisting the teacher in planning, managing, and preparing resources.
• Supervise the resource provision during the absence of a Lead teacher / Level 4 Teaching Assistant.

The school has strong links with the local community with a heritage of 450 years and is successful and popular with parents. You will be joining a staff team that is committed, welcoming, supportive, and friendly. We are an ambitious community committed to young people and supporting them on their journey to achieve their dreams and ambitions.

We strive to meet the needs of every learner; motivate, support, and celebrate all successes. We believe that every student matters and that it is our job as educators to ensure they know and feel that they matter.

Rivington & Blackrod is part of the Leverhulme Academy Trust, which emphasizes nurturing and supporting staff through teamwork and collaboration to provide the highest standard of education for all students within the Trust.

A full information pack, including the job description and person specification, is available on the Leverhulme Trust website.

To apply, please click on the link and register for an account to complete our online application form: www.leverhulmeacademytrust.org/Vacancies/

Closing date: Midnight on Thursday 3rd July 2025

Interviews to be held during the week commencing 7th July 2025

The trust is committed to safer recruitment, and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Barring Service clearance. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The Trust is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from diverse backgrounds. Rivington and Blackrod High School is part of Leverhulme Academy Trust, which values nurturing and supporting staff through teamwork and collaboration to provide the highest standard of education for all students within the Trust.