Teaching Assistant Level 4+

Grade: Grade 7 (SCP 25 29)

Contract Type: Temporary

Hours: 37 Hours Per Week

Working Pattern: Term Time + 1 Week

Actual Salary: £32,079 - £35,166

Interview Date: Thursday 24^th September 2026

The Governing Body at Springside Special School are seeking to appoint 2 suitably qualified, enthusiastic and experienced individuals into the role of Temporary Teaching Assistant Level 4 (+).

The successful candidates will be working directly with pupils with complex additional educational needs, across all phases of our school; Nursery Year 6. Successful candidates will be expected to work across any of the Springside sites, as required.

At Springside Primary Special School, we believe that exceptional support starts with compassion, strong relationships and a genuine understanding of every child as an individual. We are a vibrant and inclusive school community where learners with significant, profound and complex needs are known well, valued unconditionally and supported to achieve their full potential.

We are seeking two temporary skilled, caring and motivated Level 4+ Teaching Assistants who are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children with special educational needs. You will understand that learning, communication, wellbeing and behaviour are closely connected, and that the most effective support is built on trust, consistency and positive relationships.

This is an exciting opportunity for two reflective and resilient practitioners who can balance high expectations with warmth, creativity and patience. Working alongside teachers, teaching assistants, support staff and other professionals, you will play a key role in delivering personalised learning experiences, supporting learners to engage in school life and celebrating progress in all its forms. You will help create an environment where every learner experiences success, belonging and joy.

Above all, you will share our commitment to dignity, inclusion and helping learners develop confidence, independence and a lifelong love of learning.

If you are motivated by making a real difference, inspired by the richness and diversity of special education, and enjoy working within a caring, supportive and dedicated school community, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Visits to both school sites are warmly encouraged in September

Applicants must possess GCSE English and Maths at grade A* - C, or GCSE level 9-4, or GCSE level 9-4 or a level 2 qualification in Literacy and Numeracy or CSE Grade 1 in English and Maths.

Applicants must also possess a relevant NQF/QCF/RQF level 3 qualification OR a Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship qualification

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.

Springside is a new-build special school co-located with a mainstream primary school. Informal visits to the school are warmly welcomed.

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.

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 2023.

To apply for this position please download the application form and supporting documentation and send completed applications to Recruitment@springside.rochdale.sch.uk by 11:59pm on Tuesday 15th September 2026.

This is a Temporary contract, pending a review of the schools staffing structure.