TEACHING ASSISTANT LEVEL 2 WITH SNA ALLOWANCE
GRADE D + SNA ALLOWANCE, £20,218 - £21,799
FULL TIME, 32.50 HOURS PER WEEK, TERM TIME
12 MONTH FIXED TERM
REQUIRED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE
The Governors at St Mary’s CE Primary School are seeking to appoint a Level 2 Special Needs Assistant to work with children in receipt of EHCPs. We are looking for candidates who are dedicated and highly motivated, and able to provide high quality support to children with high needs.
The candidates will have:
a minimum of 2 years’ experience of working with children of primary school age or NVQ 2 or equivalent in teaching assistance
experience of working with children with communication and interaction difficulties
experience of delivering interventions
knowledge about ASD and how best to support children with a diagnosis
a good understanding of behaviour and how to prevent and manage episodes of challenging behaviour
an understanding of sensory processing difficulties and how to support these through sensory circuits and other strategies
The candidates will;
support children’s development (physical, emotional, social, communication and intellectual development needs)
help to keep children safe, including maintaining a safe environment, dealing with accidents, supporting safeguarding
encourage children’s positive behaviour
contribute to positive relationships with children and adults through communication and interaction
provide effective support for colleagues
support learning across the curriculum
Interested candidates are encouraged to visit the school before applying. Please contact the main office to arrange a visit on 01204 333494.
Completed application forms should be returned for the attention of Samantha Walker (Acting Head teacher).
Closing date: Wednesday 7th January 2026 4.00pm
Shortlisting: Thursday 8th January 2026
Interviews: WC Monday 12th January 2026 .
The application form, job description and person specification are available to download or alternatively please contact the school office on 01204 333494.
Applications should be returned electronically to: office@st-marys-deane.bolton.sch.uk
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.