Job Title:
Level 2 Teaching Assistant (Physical, Medical and Sensory Needs)
Start date:
23rd June 2025, subject to DBS and references.
About us
Thank you for considering applying for the post of Level 2 Teaching Assistant.
At St Patrick’s, our mission is to provide a truly great Catholic education that enables children to flourish academically and personally, preparing them for a successful adult life. We are committed to helping every child become the best version of themselves.
Our school motto is ‘amazing things happen here’. We have a dedicated team that challenges and supports students to achieve their potential in a respectful environment, driven by excellence and consistency.
We promote an inclusive workplace where staff feel valued and trusted, supporting continuous professional development.
If you meet the criteria, are an excellent practitioner, and believe education can transform lives, we would love to hear from you!
Mrs Alison Byrne
Headteacher
Why St Patrick’s?
Our People Values
* To fulfill our Catholic mission, ensuring our children and staff live life to the full.
* To attract, recruit, develop, and retain high-performing staff to help pupils reach their potential.
* To provide a workplace where staff feel valued and trusted.
* To develop leadership and management.
* To promote diversity, inclusivity, and wellbeing.
* To offer strong HR services across the school.
* To serve the wider education system and provide leadership opportunities for staff.
Our Benefits
We offer various employee benefits, including:
* CPD and career development opportunities, including cross-school roles.
* Workplace pension schemes with employer contributions.
* Enhanced family leave support.
* Flexible working arrangements where possible.
* Discounted gym memberships through Salford City Council.
* Wellbeing initiatives, including events, Employee Assistance Programme, and occupational health support.
Job Summary
The Governors seek an excellent Level 2 Teaching Assistant committed to supporting an inclusive environment for all pupils.
Responsibilities include supporting teachers, working with pupils individually or in small groups, and potentially covering lessons after training.
The successful candidate will:
* Have a love for education and learning.
* Be passionate about inclusion.
* Have experience supporting pupils with physical, medical, or sensory needs.
* Respect the learning environment and resources.
* Inspire and engage students.
* Engage in professional development and training.
Closing date: Thursday 15th May 2025, 12 noon.
Interviews: Week commencing 19th May 2025.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This role requires a fully enhanced DBS check. Applicants with recent overseas residence or work should refer to the provided link for certificates of good character. We do not accept sponsorship applications.
Additional Information
Find out more about Salford and our city’s benefits here.
We offer service-related benefits transferable within Greater Manchester’s public sector, details here.
We are committed to providing employment opportunities for people with disabilities, care leavers, carers, and ex-military personnel through our Guaranteed Assessment Scheme. More info here.
Our Privacy Statement and data protection details are at https://www.salford.gov.uk/gdpr.
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