Teaching Assistant Level 1

Grade: Grade 2 SCP 3-4

Contract Type: Temporary

Hours: 20 hours per week

Working Pattern: Term Time Only

Actual Salary: £11,856 - £12,042

Interview Date: Tuesday 1^st December 2026

Are you passionate about helping children thrive? Do you have the enthusiasm, creativity and dedication to make a real difference in the lives of children with additional needs? If so, we would love to hear from you!

We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated, caring and enthusiastic Level 1 Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and dedicated SEND team.

We are looking for someone who believes that every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow and succeed, and who is committed to supporting children with a range of additional needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), to achieve their full potential.

The ideal candidate will bring energy, positivity and a genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development. You will be a confident communicator, a creative thinker and a reliable, hardworking team player who enjoys celebrating every success, no matter how small.

What makes our school a great place to work?

We believe that happy, supported staff make the biggest difference to our children, and we are proud to offer:

• A warm, welcoming and inclusive school community where everyone is valued.
• A strong culture of wellbeing, where looking after one another is at the heart of what we do.
• A fantastic, highly skilled and supportive team who work together, share ideas and celebrate successes.
• An approachable and dedicated leadership team who are passionate about helping every member of staff flourish.
• Exciting opportunities for professional development (CPD) to help you build your confidence, develop your skills and grow in your role.
• A rewarding and fulfilling role where every day brings new opportunities to inspire, encourage and make a lasting difference.

If you are ready to bring your enthusiasm, kindness and commitment to a school where children and staff are encouraged to be their very best, we would love you to join our team and welcome your application.

This is a temporary position to cover Maternity Leave for up to 12 months, or sooner on the return of the postholder.

To apply for this position please download the application form and supporting documentation and send completed applications to applications@broadfield.rochdale.sch.uk by 11:59pm on Thursday 26^th November 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.