Teaching Assistant Level 1

1 x Teaching Assistant Level 1

30.42 hours per week

(Monday to Friday, Term Time Only)

(Permanent Contract)

Grade 2

Salary £24,796 - £25,185 (pro rata)

Actual Salary £17,457 - £17,731

Starting: 1^st September 2026

We are seeking to appoint a reliable and student-friendly Teaching Assistant to support our SEND department in providing one to one support to our students with EHCP’s (Education Health Care Plans).

The candidate will have a patient and caring manner in supporting our students with additional needs. Experience of working within a school setting, including the relevant Health & Safety requirements is desirable, though training will be provided.

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 the post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring background check.

Please visit our website to download an information pack including application form: www.hfch.co.uk. Completed application should be sent to recruitment@hfch.co.uk.

Closing date: Tuesday 23^rd June 2026 at 11:59

Shortlisting date: Wednesday 24^th June 2026

Interview date: Monday 29^th June 2026

Candidates are reminded that CV’s will not be accepted. Candidates wishing to be considered must complete an application form.

To apply for this position please download the application form and supporting documentation and send completed applications to recruitment@hfch.co.uk by 11:59pm on Tuesday 23^rd June 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 2025.

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.