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Teaching Assistant Level 3

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Ladywood School

Head Teacher: Mrs Lynsey Brierley

TEACHING ASSISTANT LEVEL 3

Ladywood School is an Outstanding Special School situated in Bolton. It caters for primary aged pupils with complex learning difficulties. Ladywood is a proud member of Woodbridge Trust, which is a local partnership with Firwood School, Woodbridge SEND Service and Woodbridge College.
‘Leaders and staff at Ladywood School value every pupil for their uniqueness. The school’s inspiring and creative community, where staff make learning fun, allows pupils to thrive.’ (OFSTED 2023)

Trustees are looking to appoint a highly motivated good or outstanding Teaching Assistant Level 3 with high expectations of children’s achievements, attainment and behavior. Do you have the drive to make a difference within our school? If you are enthusiastic, a team player, share our values and have a commitment to the highest quality provision for pupils with SEN then Ladywood is the place for you!

Contract: 32.5 hours per week Term Time + 5 days
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Grade F Scale Point 17 23
Actual Salary: £24,103.61 to £26,754.21 based on no continuous service

*Please note initial closing date for applications will be midnight on 6th November 2026

Interviews date: TBC

Visits to school are warmly welcomed by prior arrangement by telephoning school on 01204 333400.

To apply please use the following link:

https://mynewterm.com/jobs/146406/EDV-2026-LS-40827

The school is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. This 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.


What this role involves

General background for teaching assistant roles. This listing’s own employer, location, pay and hours are shown above.

  • Watch, record and report the progress students make
  • Look after children who are upset or unwell
  • Lead classes and activities with help from the teacher
Typical pay (UK)
£19,000 starting · £26,000 experienced
Typical hours
16 to 37 term time
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