Teaching Assistant Level 3 plus SNA 1 Allowance

Salford Council; Salford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Salford Council is seeking Level 3 Teaching Assistants to join a dedicated team at Springwood Primary School, which caters for pupils aged 5-11 with special educational needs. The successful candidates will work collaboratively to support children's learning and development, ensuring each child has tailored opportunities to thrive in a nurturing environment.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children with complex needs.
• Interest in supporting primary aged pupils.
• Desire for professional development.

Responsibilities

• Support children with complex needs to achieve their potential.
• Work as part of a team to provide an effective learning environment.
• Lead groups of pupils in learning activities.

Skills

Teamwork

Patience

Communication

Adaptability

Education

Experience in an educational setting

Relevant qualifications to support children with SEND

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02.06.2025

Expiry Date:

17.07.2025

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Job Description:

Due to a further expansion we are seeking to appoint Level 3 Teaching Assistants to join our ever growing team.

Springwood is a large primary age Special School (360 pupils aged 5 11) based over four sites, which caters for pupils with moderate, severe and complex needs.

Springwood is now part of The Link Education Trust.

At Springwood Primary School we are constantly striving to create the best learning opportunities for every pupil. We aim to provide a specialist, high quality, relevant and

balanced education for pupils with SEND aged 5 -11.

We have an exciting opportunity to join a large and lively school and be part of its future developments.

Applicants should be able to demonstrate how they meet the following essential criteria:

• Are you interested in supporting primary age children with complex needs to achieve their potential?
• Will you ensure that all our pupils are included and supported to develop whatever their special educational needs or behaviour challenges?
• Can you work as part of a team to provide an appropriate learning environment for our pupils?
• Do you want to learn new skills and participate in your own professional development?
• Previous experience of working with young people of school age who may present with challenging behaviour and complex needs, preferably within an educational setting.
• Are you ready to develop your skills and expertise to lead groups of pupils?
• Do you have the drive to develop your skills and expertise in a nominated area of specialist communication?

Shortlisted candidates will be invited into school to undertake a class based task, an ICT task and a panel interview.

References will be requested prior to interview for shortlisted candidates only.

We will not be accepting candidates who require a sponsorship for this position.

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. This post is subject to a fully enhanced DBS check.

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Created on 02/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom