Level 2 Teaching Assistant

The Trustees are looking to recruit to the post of Level 2 Teaching Assistant Samuel Laycock School Ashton Under Lyne NJC scale points 5-11: £25,583 – £28,142 per annum (full time equivalent) Actual Salary range pro rata: £20,293 - £22,323 SEN Allowance (£1,539 per annum, pro rata) Commencing as soon as possible At Samuel Laycock School we are constantly striving to create the best learning opportunities for every pupil. We aim to provide a specialist, high quality, relevant and balanced education for pupils aged 11-16 who have moderate learning difficulties, autistic spectrum condition and severe learning difficulties. We also tailor the learning experiences for individual pupils’ social and emotional development and communication needs. All children and young people at Samuel Laycock School have an Education Health and Care Plan. You can view our school’s website here. Additionally, please view our promotional video here. In our most recent staff survey, colleagues rated their wellbeing at an impressive 7.09, reflecting our ongoing commitment to creating a supportive and positive workplace. Samuel Laycock is delighted to be part of the New Bridge Multi Academy Trust (MAT) having joined on 1st April 2022. The Trust is a growing family of schools catering for young people aged 4 to 19 with an EHCP currently in the local authorities of Oldham, Tameside and Rochdale. Samuel Laycock was visited by Ofsted inspectors in October 2024. The school was graded as 'Outstanding' in most areas. You can view our latest Ofsted report here. The Trustees are looking to appoint an experienced and motivated Level 2 Teaching Assistant, joining our dynamic, growing and committed staff team. Applicants should be able to demonstrate how they meet the following essential criteria: • Previous experience of working with young people of school age who may present with challenging behaviour and complex needs, preferably within an educational setting • Experience of supporting teaching and lear