Teaching Assistant Level 2 (SEND)

The main aim of this role is to support children with SEND and work alongside the year group class teachers to tailor work and activities to meet the children’s needs. You will have the opportunity to develop your skills and take ownership of the role, by ensuring learning is fun and engaging.

We are looking for a teaching assistant who:

• Is committed to our school ethos and values
• Is highly skilled, creative and conscientious
• Is experienced in working with children, including those with Special Educational Needs
• Is hardworking with excellent time management skills
• Has a positive and flexible approach
• Is nurturing and supportive
• Enjoys working as part of a dedicated, vibrant and creative staff team

We offer:

• A strong commitment to continued professional learning including training specific to the role
• A culturally diverse setting
• A caring, inclusion environment
• A hardworking and welcoming staff team
• Children who embody our trust values of Happy, Proud, Challenged and Successful
• A well-resourced curriculum with opportunities for creativity
• A driven leadership team who will champion your career

Normal hours of work are 32.5 hours per week (term time only).

East Ward is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a satisfactory disclosure at the appropriate level under the Disclosure and Barring Service.

In line with safer recruitment, please ensure that your application covers your full employment history and there is a reason noted for any gaps in employment.

Successful candidates will be asked to provide relevant references for the past ten years and character references will not be accepted.

For an informal chat regarding the role please contact 0161 7646065

Please can all application forms be completed on My New Term using the following link https://mynewterm.com/jobs/144572/EDV-2026-EWCPS-79378

Shortlisting Friday 24^th April 2026 after Midday

Interviews will be held on Wednesday 29^th April 2026

For further information please see:

• Recruitment Pack
• Privacy notice
• School’s Safeguarding Policy