Teaching Assistant Level 4

We are seeking to appoint a number of enthusiastic, committed and flexible people to work in a Level 4 Teaching Assistant role at our Springwood School sites. These positions will complement the professional work of teachers by giving the successful applicants the opportunity and responsibility to plan, prepare and deliver learning to individuals and or groups of pupils and to monitor, assess and record their achievements, progress and development.

The vacancies are at the following school sites,

Springwood@ Swinton

Springwood @ Belvedere

Springwood @ Little Hulton

Springwood is a large primary age Special School (385 pupils aged 5 11) based over a number of sites, which caters for pupils with moderate, severe and complex needs. Springwood is part of The LINK Education Trust.

At Springwood Primary School we are constantly striving to create the best learning opportunities for every pupil. This is an exciting opportunity to join a large and lively school and be part of its future developments.

Interviews: 15 May 2026

School Viewing: 27^th April 2026 10.30am, email springwood.hr@thelinkeducationtrust.co.uk to book a place.

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 rigorous recruitment process which may include a range of tasks and an interview.

Please note shortlisted candidates references may be requested prior to interview

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

If you have lived or worked abroad for 3 months or more in the last 5 years or 12 months or more (whether continuously or in total) in the last 10 years whilst aged 18 or over, please refer to the link below for details for how to obtain your Certificates of Good Character.
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants