Teaching Assistant Level 2 SEN Start Date : 22nd April 2025 Salary : Teaching Assistant Level 2 SEN - Salary: Grade D Scale Point 6-11 25,183 - 27,269 per annum pro-rata (Actual Salary 18,496 - 20,028 per annum ) Contract: Fixed term until 20/04/26 Hours: 32.5 hours (30-minute lunch break) The Governors of Gaskell Community Primary School would like to appoint an experienced SEND Learning Support Assistant to join our happy and inclusive school The successful applicant will join our friendly, supportive and highly performing staff team. Closing date: Monday 24th February 2025 at 9:00am The successful candidate: Has knowledge and experience in a range of Special Educational Needs, including physical and medical needs Works well with other staff and agencies Can facilitate the play and learning of an individual child Has experience and or qualifications within the area of SEND Is able to support the learning of children either individually or in small groups Is enthusiastic and committed to working as part of our friendly, highly motivated staff team Can deliver tailored programmes to support learning Encourage children s positive behaviours Works in a calm and positive way Actively engages in children s learning Can provide reports both orally and written on the progress of the child Has or is working towards their TA2 qualification Is a fantastic team player with a good sense of fun Has experience of working in a primary school Is qualified to GCSE Maths and English Grade C or above (or equivalent) In return we can offer: Delightful children who have a desire to learn A supportive, helpful and ambitious staff team Supportive parents and Governors A commitment to your professional development A happy, welcoming atmosphere where everyone is valued Completed applications should be returned via email to Miss Sarah Barlow, Head Teacher to: officegaskell.bolton.sch.uk by noon on Monday 24th February 2025 at 9:00am Closing Date: Monday 24th February 2025 at 9:00am Shortlisting: w/c 24th February 2024 Interview: w/c 3rd March 2024 Gaskell Community Primary School is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. The post is subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and it expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.