ADVERTISMENT Teaching Assistant Level 2 with SNA Allowance Ref: Egerton CP School Employer: Bolton Council Location: Egerton Community Primary School, Cox Green Road, Bolton, BL7 9RE Job Type: Education School based, School Support Staff Job Title: Teaching Assistant TA2 SNA Salary Grade: Grade D TA2 Scale 6-11 ( 25,183 to 27,269) pro-rata to 16.25 hours with SNA allowance Working Pattern: Term time 5 days Working Hours: 9am-12:15pm Monday to Friday - 16.25 hours per week Closing date: Monday 7 th July 2025 12pm Shortlisting: Tuesday 8 th July 2025 Interview Date: Thursday 10 th July 2025 Contract Type: Fixed Term from 1 st September 2025 to 31 st August 2026 An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Level 2 Teaching assistant with a special needs allowance to join our innovative and creative team. Our governors and Senior Team are looking for a patient, empathetic and caring individual with experience and or qualifications within the area of SEND. We are a one form entry primary school who prides itself on inclusivity and therefore our teams consistently strives for high standards for all our children by adapting the curriculum and provision to meet the needs of all our learners. Under the guidance of the class teacher and SENDCO, the successful candidate will support individual pupils with EHCPs who have a recognised special educational need in KS1 and KS2. While this position is for a short fixed period, there may be opportunity to extend this further. What our staff are looking for: Someone who collaborates effectively with other people to provide the very best opportunities for all children Someone who is an excellent communicator Someone who has a minimum of NVQ2 or equivalent in teaching assistance, or be willing and committed to working towards this within an agreed timeframe Someone who is flexible, creative, patient and calm in their approach to all children, especially those with additional needs Someone who is passionate about SEND, has high expectations and understands the requirements of supporting children with additional needs Someone who will collaborate effectively with class teachers and our SENDCO to adapt the curriculum so pupils with SEND can access our ambitious curriculum offer. What our children are looking for: Someone who understands their needs and loves their uniqueness Someone who can give them the opportunity to become the best that they can be Someone who is fair, clear with expectations and who will listen to what they need Someone who will help them move on and get better by adapting the curriculum for them What we can offer you: A warm, inviting and inclusive environment Motivated learners who enjoy being inspired and challenged Committed and hardworking staff and Governors Training and CPD opportunities Clear whole school values that underpin the development of our school A commitment to professional development opportunities Excellent partnerships with parents A dedicated and supportive team of teaching and support staff If you have any questions or require more information about this role please contact Miss S Mitchell on mitchells@egerton.bolton.sch.uk or 01204 333530. Applications should then be returned to Mrs C Greenhalgh, School Business Manager by post or e-mail greenhalghc@egerton.bolton.sch.uk no later than Monday 7 th July 2025 at 12pm. Please note that CVs will not be accepted. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Egerton CP School is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.