Teaching Assistant Level 1

Grade: Grade 2 (SCP 3 - 4)

Contract Type: Fixed term 1 year

Hours: 32.5 Hours Per Week

Working Pattern: Term Time Part Time

Actual Salary: £18,650 - £18,943

Interview Date: TBC

We are seeking a dedicated and resilient 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a Key Stage 2 pupil for a fixed-term period of one year. This role is ideal for someone with strong experience in supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and an understanding of the needs of looked-after children.

The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher and SEND team to provide structured, supportive learning that enables the pupil to achieve success both academically and emotionally.

The role requires someone who:

• Has significant experience supporting pupils with SEND.
• Understands the needs and challenges faced by looked-after children.
• Is calm, patient, and resilient in the face of challenge.
• Can organise learning so the pupil works for a period of time followed by appropriate sensory breaks.
• Can provide clear boundaries and consistent expectations, using a balanced approach of support and firmness.
• Is able to support the pupil while promoting independence acting like an “elastic band”: checking in regularly without becoming overly attached or constantly present.

We are looking for someone who:

• Builds positive relationships while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Is proactive, organised, and able to adapt strategies to support learning and wellbeing.
• Works effectively as part of a team.

In return, we offer:

• A supportive school environment.
• Opportunities to work closely with experienced staff.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference to a child’s educational journey.

If you are passionate about supporting children to succeed and have the experience and resilience required for this important role, we would love to hear from you.

To apply for this position please download the application form and supporting documentation and send completed applications to office@holytrinityce.rochale.sch.uk by 11:59pm on 24^th March 2026.

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.

Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring and background check

The ability to converse at ease with customers and service users and provide advice in accurate spoken English is an essential requirement of this post.

Applicants are advised that by applying for this position they are declaring that they are not subject to any immigration controls or restrictions that prohibit them undertaking work in the UK, and that they are able to provide proof of their Right to Work in the UK if they are invited to attend an interview.

The school will carry out an online search as part of their due-diligence for all shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024.

Applicants are informed that if appointed to this post their contract of employment will be with the school governing board who is the employer, and not Rochdale Council.

This is a fixed term contract for 1 year linked to specific funding.