Employer: Claypool Primary School Location: Bolton, Greater Manchester Salary: Grade D (points 6 - 11) 25,183 - 27,269 pro rata per annum Actual Salary 15,298 - 16,566 per annum Contract: Full time maternity cover until 3 rd July 2026 Live On Site Until: Wednesday 18 th June 2025 Applications Close: Noon on Wednesday 18 th June 2025 Start Date: 1 st September 2025 Job Details Role: Teaching Assistant Level 2 Special Needs Assistant Required as soon as possible Salary: TA2 SNA allowance 26.25 hours per week term time 5 days Contract Type: Maternity cover until 3 rd July 2026 The Governors at Claypool wish to invite candidates to apply for the post of Full Time Special Needs Assistant. We are looking for someone who: Enjoys working with children; Has experience of supporting children with significant additional needs; Is able to support the learning of children either individually or in small groups; Has experience of KS1 and/or KS2; Has good communication skills; Is caring, patient and flexible; Is energetic and enthusiastic; Is keen to join our hardworking, committed and friendly team. In return we can offer: Friendly and caring children who have a positive attitude to learning; A committed and motivated staff team supported by an active Board of Governors; A school where everyone is valued; A genuine opportunity for shared leadership and professional development; A commitment to your health and well-being. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. Successful applicants are subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Criminal Records Bureau. Visits to meet the children and staff are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit to school please contact the school on 01204 333426. We believe that shortlisted candidates should have time to consider their responses to the questions before the interview and so the questions will be shared with shortlisted candidates 30 minutes before the interview. Completed application forms should be returned to school by noon on Wednesday 18 th June 2025 Sh ortlisting Thursday 19 th June 2025 Interviews Tuesday 24 th June 2025